A book that has significant damage is likely not worth much. The golden book encyclopedia by bertha morris parker. The only encyclopedia for young gradeschool children accurate and authoritative, entertainlingly written and. Imo, historical novels are placed far enough back that the settings and details are interesting in themselves.
In some cases, as with chronicles of narnia, disagreements about order necessitate the creation of more than one series. As you might expect, early editions are those most sought after by serious collectors. When searching on its important to find copies that match the book in your possession as accurately as possible. The 1959 edition sold over 60 million volumes, making it the bestselling childrens encyclopedia of all time in america.
I have been collecting all shapes and sizes of little golden books and other related items since 1986. Granted this one is not in excellent conditon but the asking price is a good indication of the worth of these books. The golden book encyclopedia, volume one to sixteen, complete set some rubbing with some scuffing at corners, peeling to laminate surface on some, top and bottom spine of books worn. I am looking for a particular encyclopedia, circa 1960. Jun 07, 2012 the golden book encyclopedia 1946, 1959, 1988 was an encyclopedia written for white american schoolchildren under the age of 12. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. The first walt disney little golden book, through the. Nov 30, 2010 i want to sell my complete set of encyclopedia britannica 1961 edition with 6 books of the year from 62 to 67. Lot of 17 1960s the golden book picture atlas, dictionary and encyclopedias. They provide different problems, from a woodpile big enough to get through the winter to the reason we have wingback chairs to needing to put a file of archers before and behind my lady love when she wants to go for a walk. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. A good rule of thumb is that series have a conventional name and are intentional creations, on the part of the author or publisher. I have the following book series are they worth anything.
This site is dedicated to information on collecting little golden books. Abebooks has been part of the rare book world since going live in 1996. Supermarket chains, such as acme markets, used these encyclopedias as a promotional hook to lure. The dust jacket is both the most decorative part of a book, and the most delicate. Jan 31, 2014 there are some older encyclopedia sets that are valued by collectors. Enter the name of the series to add the book to it. Set 1960 1 20 by field enterprises educational corp. I believe it was called the illustrated world encyclopedia or something like that. In the same year, the name western publishing company was adopted and common stock was issued with some eighty percent owned by management or employees. Great books of the western world 54 volume set by hutchins.
Price to book value is a valuation ratio that is measured by stock price book value per share. Chinese kosher cookbook grossman jewish oriental cooking vintage 1963. Series was designed to cover groups of books generally understood as such see wikipedia. Advertised with circulars in newspapers, the encyclopedias were sent out in weekly or biweekly installments. Set 1960 1 20 hardcover january 1, 1960 by field enterprises educational corp. Realistically, most yearbooks never fetch such rarified auction prices.
See all 6 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The golden book encyclopedia complete set of 16 volumes. The golden book encyclopedia 1960 edition open library. What is 1978 world book encyclopedia set in mint condition. To create a series or add a work to it, go to a work page. The golden book encyclopedia complete set of 16 volumes parker, bertha morris on.
This collection includes a 1962 a through z 27 volume set, a set of yearbooks from 1963 to1969, a world atlas, and a pair of dictionaries. The major poetry from 1945 to 1960 was modernist in its ironic texture yet formal in its. They are still very readable and would be a great gift for a young learner. It was one of my favourite books that i read all the time, and looked at the beautiful illustrations.
The only encyclopedia for young gradeschool children accurate and authoritative, entertainlingly written and illustrated to make learning an adventure. Values are not set to determine prices as auction and dealer values vary greatly and are affected by demand and condition. I have a number of old medical books from the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. Many little golden books are in their 3rd printing, and 1. See more ideas about little golden books, books, childrens books. Supermarket chains, such as acme markets, used these encyclopedias as a promotional hook to lure shoppers. The golden book encyclopedia, 16 volumes, 1969, good condition, volume 1 has a crack on the spine on the front cover, all have some cover wear, but are basically in nice condition, pages are clean and there is no writing or marking. I was given a copy of this book in the 1960s when i was a child. I have seen pieces of the set for sale on ebay and a few other sets for sale from various years. The postworld war ii years produced an abundance of strong poetry but no individual poet as dominant and accomplished as t.
Of course, it has always been the case that paperback books, unlike their hardcover counterparts, have been considered disposable, hence the inexpensive materials highacid paper, etc. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. In the history of science fiction, the golden age follows the pulp era of the 1920s and 1930s, and precedes new wave science fiction of. Mar 26, 2014 the golden book encyclopedia in sixteen accurate, factfilled volumes dramatically illustrated with more than 6. See more ideas about little golden books, books, vintage childrens books. The golden book encyclopedia in sixteen accurate, factfilled volumes dramatically illustrated with more than 6.
The author does not assume responsibility for any losses that are the result of consulting this guide. The major poetry from 1945 to 1960 was modernist in its ironic texture yet. Looking for a 1960s era illustrated world encyclopedia set. The values stated in this guide are to be used only as a guide. The book value is essentially the tangible accounting value of a firm compared to the market value that is shown. It was a set of about 20 volumes and the defining value of this set was, that in the rear of each volume was an alphabetical synopsis of many classic literary works. The golden book encyclopedia 1946, 1959, 1988 was an encyclopedia written for white american schoolchildren under the age of 12. Well known to book collectors and booklovers, our site is an excellent resource for discovering a rough value of an old book. How much is a set of 1960s world book encyclopedias worth. There are some older encyclopedia sets that are valued by collectors. Warren, whose price guide books have been the authority on collectibles values since 1985. Does anyone know what the set might be worth or if someone is interested in purchasing it. Based on my records of sales, auctions and current listings with the antique and higherend booksellers, heres the current secondary market value breakdown of your books. The golden book of fairy tales hardcover oct 1 1999.
I want to share the joy i have in collecting with all of you. It is a complete reference about the world when internet was not yet the main source of written material for assignments by school age children. The first golden age of science fiction, often recognized in the united states as the period from 1938 to 1946, was an era during which the science fiction genre gained wide public attention and many classic science fiction stories were published. The books are in excellent condition for their age and i would like to know how to go about getting them valued or selling them. Mickey mouse club mickey mouse the kitten sitters and mickey mouse and the missing mouseketeers little golden book set. Front of the sleeve displayed a partial yellow circle with the record information inside the circle. The golden book encyclopedia complete 16 vol set 1960.
Tthe searchable database consists of detailed reports in an evergrowing database of items in this category. Little golden records the first 12 records produced beginning in 1948 were in a bifold sleeve with the record fitted in a slot. Collectors always look for books that are over 100 years old. The golden book encyclopedia is a set of childrens encyclopedias published by western printing and lithographing company under the name golden press. The first 12 records produced beginning in 1948 were in a bifold sleeve with the record fitted. Hi lori yes i have the entire set of 1960 golden book encyclopedias. Apr 08, 2012 based on my records of sales, auctions and current listings with the antique and higherend booksellers, heres the current secondary market value breakdown of your books.
Get the best deals on golden book encyclopedia when you shop the largest online selection at. Eliot, ezra pound, wallace stevens, robert frost, or william carlos williams, whose long careers were coming to an end. And a search of online auction sites will show that even for established celebrities, there can be a wide disparity in final values depending on school year, condition, etc. Since they have been in a box for so long i am willing to part with them. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Used good complete 54 volume set 1952 a nice sound set some volumes have chipping at the upper spine end paper in general shows slight tanning vol 7 has a small stain on the page edges at the upper corner. Very good condition very good condition the golden book encyclopedia set of 16 volumes 1961 revised edition.
I have a number of old medical books from the 1930s, 1940s. Most hard cover books published since the early 20th century were sold with a dust jacket. Little golden book collector little golden book collector. Do these books have any value or should i just toss them. Golden book encyclopedia complete set vol 116 1961. I have a complete set of, 116 of the golden book encyclopedia 1960 edition.
However, its challenging to find little golden books from the 1940s, 1950s, or 1960s since these books were typically discarded after several years of use. You can look at lists of some of my collection under my books or my records. The common knowledge section now includes a series field. Come into the kitchen, vincent price, collectors treasury americas great recipes cookbook vintage.
Vintage 1958 big golden book rudolph the rednosed reindeer. What is the value for a full set of 1981 world book encyclopedias. American literature poetry encyclopedia britannica. For example, the cyclopedia of medicine, surgery and specialties, a 14 volume set published in 1950 by f.
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