1918 the world book encyclopedia

A political, social, and military history treats its monumental subject with the scope and insight it deserves. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. The 1918 series was played under several metaphorical dark clouds. Hi, i am looking for a copy of a particular pictured story from a 1920 world book i saw about 35 years ago. The world book was first published in 1917 and revised annually from 1925. If you are looking for nostalgic music, news and nostalgia tv shows, then you have to browse our nostalgia news and memorabilia section. Any type of books like this are considered outdated and not worth much at all. A bibliography of books in english, french, german and italian. Publication date 1918 topics almanacs, american, statistics publisher new york. The childrens animal world encyclopedia in colour vintage book 1968.

Today, world book remains dedicated to fostering a deep desire to learn in students of all ages. Finding the value of world book encyclopedias thriftyfun. I have a complete set of the world book 75 anniversary edition. It was the bloodiest conflict, as well as the largest war, in history. The editors of the first edition emphasized the use of everyday, simple language in the eightvolume set. Volume 14 the world book encyclopedia n o 14 by world book. According to current sales data the world book encyclopedia 1958 is currently valued on the retail market cost replacement for an average of 100. The series was held early in september because of the world war i work or fight order that forced the premature end of the regular season on september 1, and remains the only world series to be played entirely in september. World war ii, conflict that involved virtually every part of the world during 193945. World book encyclopedia, american encyclopaedia designed to meet the curriculum needs of elementary through highschool students. Literature in world war i is generally thought to include poems, novels and drama. The series was marred by players threatening to strike due to low gate receipts. Ensiklopediyada ilmning asosiy sohalari muntazam tartibda yoritilgan.

Lists books and government reports published in four languages between 1914 and 1996, with annotations for selected sources. World war i wwi, ww1, also known as the first world war, great war and war to end all wars, was a global military conflict which involved the majority of the world s great powers, 2 organized into two opposing military alliances. Full view hathitrust digital library hathitrust digital library. In addition to publishing the world book encyclopedia and other reference sources, world book offers subscriptions to a variety of digital reference sources for schools, libraries. The main combatants were the axis powers germany, italy, and japan and the allies france, great britain, the united states, the soviet union, and china. He took advantage of germanys economic hardships and the bitterness of its citizens after world war i. The world book encyclopedia is a great reference set, and a source of pure pleasure reading, too. This is a page about finding the value of world book encyclopedias. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Throughout the nearly 100 years of publication of the world book encyclopedia many things have changed, but world book s dedication to providing timely, reliable, and readable educational and reference materials has not wavered. Launched in october 2014, the multiperspective, publicaccess encyclopedia is a collaborative project by the largest network of ww1 researchers worldwide, spanning more than 50 countries. Featuring a wealth of new information and the work of acclaimed scholars from around the world, this monumental resource is the new standard reference on the 20th centurys most influential conflict. The young folks shelf of books, volume 3 by margaret e.

The world book encyclopedia is the first choice for students, librarians, and teachers. Ask a question here are the questions asked by community members. W55 2008 this is a twentytwo volume set of encyclopedias that includes not only information but also a guide on research skills and better writing. World book, inc an encyclopedia designed especially to meet the needs of elementary, junior high, and senior high school students. Its the story sometimes referred to as the lesson of the butterfly.

Women on the march in 1917 world book encyclopedia. The encyclopedia deliberately uses nontechnical language and abundant graphics to make it especially accessible to students and general readers without sacrificing depth and accuracy. This year is famous for the end of the first world war, on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, as well as for the spanish flu pandemic. 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. A 22volume, highly illustrated, az general encyclopedia for all ages, featuring sections on how to use world book, other research aids, pronunciation key, a student guide to better writing, speaking, and research skills, and comprehensive indexprovided by publisher includes bibliographical references and index v. The world book editorial staff presents information from the vast reservoir of knowledge in the most. The world book encyclopedia was my internet surfing in elementary and high school. The first date that shows for the 20 volume grolier society edition is actually 1918. A 22volume, highly illustrated, az general encyclopedia for all ages, featuring sections on how to use world book, other research aids, pronunciation key, a student guide to better writing, speaking, and research skills, and comprehensive index. Morris jones with unidentified employee, circa 1940.

Unfollow world book encyclopedia to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The world book encyclopedia a 22 volume, highly illustrated, az general encyclopedia for all ages, featuring sections on how to use world book, other research aids, pronunciation key, a student guide to better writing. Released in october 2014, the online encyclopedia is the result of an international collaborative project to make. Old reference books such as encyclopedias may have some resale or collectors value. 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. International encyclopedia of the first world war has been developing an englishlanguage virtual reference work on the first world war. The world book encyclopedia by world book encyclopedia. Since 2011 the international joint research project 1914 1918 online. Youngsters and grownups alike will make discoveries and find new things to learn. Based on my records of sales, auctions and current listings with antique and higherend booksellers i find a different set of values. World book encyclopedia 2003 volume 15 p replacement spare from set isbn 0716601044 by world book and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. International encyclopedia of the first world war is an englishlanguage virtual reference work on the first world war. 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.

Adolf hitler was the dictator or absolute ruler of germany from 1934 to 1945 and leader of the national socialist german workers party, known as the nazi party. Born april 20, 1889 braunau, austria died april 30, 1945 berlin, germany dictator of nazi germany from 1934 to 1945. Duane cowin and their sevenyearold daughter, dorane, first parent purchasers of the 1947 edition of the world book encyclopedia at their home in lansing, michigan world book photo by clair reid inset. Marie stopes publishes her influential book married love in the u. Family members will find themselves browsing through volumes on lazy afternoons.