The new book of knowledge is an encyclopedia intended primarily for children from 3rd to 8th grades. Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Then after a short search at our local library, i found the world book. The book of knowledge is an enchantedtier item released in the knowledge update on june 30 th, 2018. Antique childrens encyclopedia 1912 book of knowledge volume 18 mechanical illustrations, dinosaurs, old japan, literature, etc. The perfect reference book for inquisitive minds of all ages, knowledge encyclopedia covers science, nature, technology, history, and culture. Similar in style to the book of knowledge, this 10 volume encyclopedia was. Lafontaines the castlebuilder mm is on 4270, after mary howitts the spider and the fly, described as a fable told in verse. 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. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far.
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 was an encyclopedia aimed at juveniles first published in 1912, by the grolier society. The knowledge encyclopedia is essential reading for the whole family, covering every subject imaginable in breathtaking detail. The book of knowledgethe childrens encyclopedia 1912 ebth. Giorgio vasari was born on july 30, 1511, in arezzo. New listing the book of knowledge encyclopedia part of 8 volumes circa 1950s vol. I have always been interested in fiction, science, poetry and so on and so forth. It is the third enchantedtier item added to miners haven. List of englishlanguage 20thcentury general encyclopedias. His book is the foundation of modern art historiography and the prototype for all biographies of artists.
The encyclopedia, therefore, is the most convenient means of doing both, enabling, as it does, the foremost catholic scholars in every part of the world to contribute articles in the condensed form that appeals to the man of action, and with the accuracy that satisfies the scholar. Unfollow grolier encyclopedia to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set 20 vols with world maps inside scholastic library publishing, inc. Complete set 1952 book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia. Vintage 1910 the book of knowledge childrens encyclopedia. My newest is a 1991 americana, which i snagged from a public library that was getting rid of them. I have a complete set of the book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia. 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.
World of knowledge pocket encyclopedia this book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. Unfollow the book of knowledge 1912 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. According to the company, its mission is to enhance learning and reading for children around the world by developing trustworthy, engaging content to create products that will engage children of all ages at home, on the go, in the classroom or in libraries worldwide. Childrens encyclopaedias 1910 in great britain and the book of knowledge 1912 in the united states. The new book of knowledge nbk continues to address the information needs and afterschool interests of elementary and middleschool children at their reading levels. The book of knowledge encyclopedia for sale farm equipment. Other articles where the book of knowledge is discussed. They are cloth bound, blue in color with leather spine and corners. First, i went through all the kid classics i was able to find at home. Knowledge encyclopedia updated and enlarged edition. List of encyclopedias by branch of knowledge wikipedia.
New listing antique the book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia vol. 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. Ask a question here are the questions asked by community members. Etsy your place to buy and sell all things handmade. Lot 6 disneys wonderful world of knowledge year book 1979 thru 1984. Its the story sometimes referred to as the lesson of the butterfly. There are a few torn pages and some pencil writing in the books. The book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia 20 volumes. This is a complete set and is in very good condition. The book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia, volume i by holland thompson, ph. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international. Oct 01, 20 the perfect reference book for inquisitive minds of all ages, knowledge encyclopedia covers science, nature, technology, history, and culture. Book of knowledge definition of book of knowledge by the.
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This new revised and expanded third edition covers major categories with an emphasis on depth and historical context, providing easy access to data vital for everyday living. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Esoteric encyclopedia the esoteric encyclopedia is a. Book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set 20 vols with world. Gave them to the custodian with instructions they were to immediately go into the dumpster. Online im finding versions of the story in which a man tries to help a butterfly emerge from its cocoon by making a delicate incision. Packed with fascinating statistics, maps, timelines, graphics, and photorealistic crosssections, this family encyclopedia makes the most complex subjects easy to understand in seconds. Make offer 1928 the book of knowledge 20 volume set childrens encyclopedia complete encyclopedia britannica 11th edition 19101911 complete set 29 vol. Plus schoolsubject guide, graded courses of study, master keys, and character education guide. Encyclopaedia the kinds of encyclopaedias britannica. Encyclopedia americana is one of the largest general encyclopedias in american english language. Replete with an astonishing assemblage of facts, illustrations, maps, charts, threats, blood, and additional fees to edify even the most simpleminded bookbuyer, the onion book of known knowledge is packed with valuable information such as the life stages of an aunt. Net proceeds from the sale of these goods and financial donations from the community make it possible for us to operate our free job training programs.
If you dont see your set listing, feel free to post a question. They are cloth bound, blue in color with leather spine and corners, and gold writing on spine. The book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia, full 20 volume set, magic ca. Covers are winecolored linen with the title in gold leaf. Look below for feedback shared about the value of various encyclopedia sets. What is the value of a complete set of world book encycloped. Make offer 1928 the book of knowledge 20 volume set childrens encyclopedia complete rare vintage encyclop. When i hear the words, world book encyclopedia i always recall my childhood. The encyclopedia was a successor to the book of knowledge, published from 1912 to 1965. Later editions also have to tackle the world wars which were fought against evil men while.
Find the perfect set of books for every purpose with world book s prepackaged bundles. Although the title description is the book of knowledge. The way of initiation or, how to attain knowledge of the higher worlds rudolf steiner 1910 march 31, 2020 books theosophy admin the project gutenberg ebook of the way of initiation, by rudolf steiner this ebook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. The book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia abebooks. While the publisher recommends the book for ages 8 to 15, i think younger children and adults will also. This was a topically arranged encyclopedia that was based on. The other day a kid looked up germany, and discovered there were two of them. The book of knowledgethe childrens encyclopedia 1912. Any type of books like this are considered outdated and not worth much at all.
The book, developed with the smithsonian institution, provides detailed information for each of its many illustrations. The bindings are completely intact and they are still quite usable. Hi, i am looking for a copy of a particular pictured story from a 1920 world book i saw about 35 years ago. I ate up the encyclopedias we had, the compton encyclopedia. Dec, 2019 this page is great place to look for the value of old encyclopedias. The printed grolier student encyclopedia of endangered species from 1994 in good condition is typically worth about as much as a 1994 new book of knowledge in similar condition. All keyed to the 1952 edition printing the book of knowledge, complete set the grolier society. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. Giorgio vasari 15111570 was an italian painter, architect, and author of the lives of the most celebrated painters, sculptors, and architects. Human body, science, and history are major sections found in the book. Some old books may be rare and have great value, others may be more difficult to place a value on. A collection of all twenty editions of the book of knowledgethe childrens encyclopedia published in 1912. The book of forbidden knowledge by tarl warwick new paperback book.
Illustrations are found on nearly every page, and these and the large font make this encyclopedia very child friendly. Save the book of knowledge 1912 to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. Knowledge encyclopedia updated and enlarged edition dk us. You are bidding on a 20 volume set of antique the book of knowledge childrens encyclopedia grolier society 1912 twenty 20 books some covers have come loose from the binding. Ever since i was a child, i have never stopped the search for different books. It faetures 20 volumes that span a wide array of topics from poetry to nature to religion. The childrens encyclopedia by arthur mee, published 190864 in the uk and in the us starting in 1910 as groliers the book of knowledge childrens illustrated encyclopedia published by dorling kindersley. They do not allow for us to send combined invoices once the cases have opened. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. This furnace initially has an x1 multiplier, but it can be increased when the items listed below are placed on the base to increase the multiplier to a maximum of x50,000 x50k. The world book encyclopedia is an encyclopedia published in the united states. The new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set. When i was a child, my father had 2 sets of encyclopedias that he kept in the spare bedroom. Finding the value of groliers book of knowledge encyclopedias.
From 1912 the amalgamated press was based at fleetway house. The contents comprised vividly written and profusely illustrated articles. Youll receive email and feed alerts when new items arrive. The new book of knowledge encyclopedia set complete set 20. All keyed to the 1952 edition printing the book of knowledge, complete set the. After fwt on 4487, we find al with the same illustration by thomas maybank that this book used in 1912. This was a topically arranged encyclopedia that was based on arthur mees childrens encyclopaedia. An illustrated encyclopedia with articles on history, lit.
Each volume is indexed separately with cross references to pertinent information found in other volumes of the set. The new york times guide to essential knowledge provides information with matchless accuracy and exceptional clarity. Mar, 2015 this is a guide about finding the value of groliers book of knowledge encyclopedias. Paper is a heavy gloss stock, printed with black ink, and occasional color plates. 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. Prepared by the english writer and editor arthur mee, it was called the childrens encyclopaedia 1910 in great britain and the book of knowledge 1912 in the united states.