Internet archive contributor internet archive language english volume 8. Some articles include activities, games, or experiments. Created in conjunction with the smithsonian institution and with the latest cgi technology, the knowledge encyclopedia is a bold new approach to family reference using 3d rendered images to explore the wonders of the world in unprecedented detail. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. While the publisher recommends the book for ages 8 to 15, i think younger children and adults. The new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set 20. New book of knowledge 1979, hardcover for sale online ebay. The new book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia volume 20wxyz by editors of grolier and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Encyclopaedia the kinds of encyclopaedias britannica. The new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set grolier 1 copy separate the new book of knowledge isbn 071720538x 1 copy separate the new book of knowledge sir john hammerton manual entry 1 copy separate the new book of knowledge, 1980 manual entry 1 copy separate the new book of knowledge isbn 0717205274 1 copy. The new book of knowledge complete 20 volume set 1967 encyclopedia. An encyclopedia published by scholastic library publishing, inc. This was a topically arranged encyclopedia that was based on arthur mees childrens encyclopaedia. Determining the value of a set of encyclopedias or even a single volume isnt exceedingly.
Grolier was one of the largest american publishers of general encyclopedias, including the book of knowledge 1910, the new book of knowledge 1966, the new book of popular science 1972, encyclopedia americana 1945, academic american encyclopedia 1980, and numerous incarnations of a cdrom encyclopedia 19862003 grolier is an educational publishing. The contents comprised vividly written and profusely illustrated articles. An illustrated encyclopedia with articles on history, literature, art and music, geography, mathematics, science, sports, and other topics. Plus schoolsubject guide, graded courses of study, master keys, and character education guide. Jacksons company grolier acquired the rights to publish it in the u.
Encyclopedia, complete set 21 volumes 1980 edition. Oct 18, 2009 is a complete set of encyclopedia britannica worth anything. New book is a 7millionword repository of text and images maintained by the encyclopedias editorial staff. This was a topically arranged encyclopedia that was based on arthur mee s childrens encyclopaedia. Aug 26, 2012 24 piece book s the new world book of knowledge grolier inc. The new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set. The new book of knowledge by grolier encyclopedia 1987 set.
The perfect reference book for inquisitive minds of all ages, knowledge encyclopedia covers science, nature, technology, history, and culture. Showcasing the book of knowledge encyclopedia available for buying right now online. The new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set 20 vols with world maps inside inc. Unfollow the new book of knowledge encyclopedia set to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Knowledge encyclopedia is a large 10 x 12 and 360 pages book from dk publishing that benefits from big, colorful computergenerated images, including 3d images. Set includes 20 volumes and one index, three annuals 1981,1982,1983. The new book of knowledge is an encyclopedia intended primarily for children from 3rd to 8th grades. The new book of knowledge by grolier encyclopedia 1987 set of 20 plus index on. Complete set 1952 book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia. For the purposes of this list, an encyclopedia is defined as a compendium that contains information on either all branches of knowledge or a particular branch of knowledge. The new book of knowledge nbk continues to address the information needs and afterschool interests of elementary and middleschool children at their reading levels. Grolier publishing company, mar 1, 2003 juvenile nonfiction 10500 pages. Vintage set joy of knowledge childrens encyclopedia 6 volumes from 1980. Entries are written on a range of reading levels and each volume is separately indexed with cross references to information found in other volumes.
The new book of knowledge annual 1980 by the editors. The complexities of space, science, nature, technology, art, history, and culture are broken down into simple subjects and supported by statistics, maps, timelines, and graphics to ensure total understanding. The book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia 20 volumes. Grolier was one of the largest american publishers of general encyclopedias, including the book of knowledge 1910, the new book of knowledge 1966, the new book of popular science 1972, encyclopedia americana 1945, academic american encyclopedia 1980, and numerous incarnations of a cdrom encyclopedia 19862003. A success from the start, it issued enlarged editions in quick succession.
Mar 01, 2003 an illustrated encyclopedia with articles on history, literature, art and music, geography, mathematics, science, sports, and other topics. They are bound in red cloth with gold embossed engraving on the spine and with the gold crest of the waverley book company embossed in the centre of the front. The knowledge encyclopedia is essential reading for the whole family, covering every subject imaginable in breathtaking detail. Granted this one is not in excellent conditon but the asking price is a good indication of the worth of these books. These have all been wrapped in individual paperbags since new so are in a completely as new condition. Buy the new joy of knowledge encylopedia set the new joy of knowledge encyclopedia set 54 volumes by isbn. The book of knowledge 9 april 1999 4 just the facts the good, the bad and the ugly the u. This is a list of notable encyclopedias sorted by branch of knowledge. Inside it states copyright, 1926,1927, the grolier society, copyright 1923,1924. The new book of knowledge by grolier encyclopedia 1987.
Nine books of disciplines by marcus terentius varro 116 bc27 bc. Includes indexes a twentyone volume edition illustrated with maps, pictograms, and photographs. Mar, 2015 i am looking for a set of the book of knowledge from the period listed above 1960ish. The new book of knowledge annual 1983 by william e. List of englishlanguage 20thcentury general encyclopedias. The new book of knowledge by grolier encyclopedia 1987 set of 20 plus index. Abu khaithama zuhair ibn harb annasaaee died 234h checking and notes by. In 191718 a completely new childrens encyclopaedia was published, the world book encyclopedia, which the title page described as organized knowledge in story and picture. Imaam muhammad naasiruddeen alalbaanee translation by. The book, developed with the smithsonian institution, provides detailed information for each of its many illustrations. Knowledge encyclopedia by dk book the cheap fast free post. X childrens encyclopedia 1911 edition for the collector porch pick up available. The joy of knowledge full encyclopedia 52 book set new.
I am looking for a set of the book of knowledge from the period listed above 1960ish. Is a complete set of encyclopedia britannica worth anything. The new book of knowledge childrens encyclopedia and dictionary, volume 1 a 9780717277728 and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. The campaign advertised the popular childrens encyclopedia the new book of. I once won a set of this encyclopedia on a childrens tv show video village with monty hall when i was a kid and foolishly gave it away. The book of knowledge was first published in 1908 and then completely revised in. Collectors always look for books that are over 100 years old. I live in the meadowvale mississauga area and you would be responsible for picking up your items. Excellent books and great condition as can be seen from the photos. New book of knowledge encyclopedia set 1980 42 book setaltwidth 100widthheight100heightstylestyleimage. English dictionary definition of book of knowledge. It is available to libraries as one of the options in the grolier online reference service, which also includes the grolier multimedia encyclopedia, intended for middle and high school students, and the new book of knowledge, an encyclopedia for elementary and middle school students. Almanhaj e books 2 the book of knowledge of the imaam, the haafidh. The new book of knowledge by hammerton sir john abebooks.
The new book of knowledge grolier publishing company. The book of knowledge was an encyclopedia aimed at juveniles first published in 1912, by the grolier society originally largely a reprint of the british childrens encyclopaedia with revisions related to the united states by holland thompson, over time the encyclopedia evolved into a new entity entirely. It was published under a policy of continuous revision, meaning that there were. Mar 26, 2019 the new book of knowledge encyclopedia volume 1.
Entries are written on a range of reading levels and are the work of qualified specialists. Gr 58one of the few multivolume frogs left in the elementary school printreference pond, this latest annual edition offers full measures of quantitymore than 9000 articles, 25,000 color illustrations, in excess of 0 maps, nearly a million index entries, a full suite of crossreferences and other access tools, plus special features such as passages from classic books. The encyclopedia was a successor to the book of knowledge, published from 1912 to 1965. New listing vintage 1953 the book of knowledge geographical chart and historical chart mint. I am extremely disappointed with this type of advertising. Other articles where the book of knowledge is discussed. Entries are written on a range of reading levels and each volume. We have complete macropaedia and micropedia sets of encyclopedia britannica 15th edition from 1980. List of encyclopedias by branch of knowledge wikipedia. Other areas that were apparently neglected in the 1980s included masturbation and homosexuality. The new book of knowledge annual 1980 by grolier inc. Illustrations are found on nearly every page, and these and the large font make this encyclopedia very child friendly.
Are these books worth anything or alternatively, do you think anyone would want them for any reason. The book of knowledge encyclopedia for sale farm equipment. Finding the value of groliers book of knowledge encyclopedias. The new joy of knowledge encylopedia set the new joy of. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun.
New book of knowledge campbell county public library. Oct 01, 20 the perfect reference book for inquisitive minds of all ages, knowledge encyclopedia covers science, nature, technology, history, and culture. Packed with fascinating statistics, maps, timelines, graphics, and photorealistic crosssections, this family encyclopedia makes the most complex subjects easy to understand in seconds. By the late 1980s grolier reestablished its financial footing as a leading. Almanhaj ebooks 2 the book of knowledge of the imaam, the haafidh. Book of knowledge definition of book of knowledge by the. I absolutely cant understand how a customer could get these books in proper sequence when it is a total surprise each time, as to what i receive.
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