BOOK OF KNOWLEDGE
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1963 Set -Reduced 1940, 1911-12 Set for European Customers to purchase direct.
1912 LEATHER -Museum Quality- Must See!
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The Book of Knowledge Set of Encyclopedias are a treasure for the HomeSchooler and Public schooled child alike.
These are not like regular encyclopedias and are not to be confused with the "New Book of Knowledge".
As far as we have found, they were first published by Grolier Publishing in 1890 and ended in 1963. We have seen them in
the colors--burgundy, blue, and red & white, green, greenish blue and black. They are a 20 volume set of books that come in either a 20 volume set or
a 10 volume set with 2 volumes per book. Books with the same copyrights are identical with the 10 volume series containing
only more pages in each book. What makes them so unique is they are fully illustrated with black & white and color photos,
they contain subjects necessary and of interest specifically for the education process in a way that is not and has not been accomplished before.
Each book has it's own unique information and have the contents listed under the following topics:
- The Earth
- Science
- Wonder Questions
- Animal Life
- Plant Life
- Own Own Life
- Familiar Things
- All Countries
- The United States
- Other Countries
- Fine Arts
- Literature
- Famous Books
- Stories
- Poetry
- Golden Deeds
- Men and Women
- Things to Make and Things to Do
Each Volume might differ somewhat in a few of the above topics,
but each volume will contain different information under each of
these topics. Whether you sit and gleam the beauty and wealth of
information in each book,as each volume is a book on it's own.
These set of books also contains a unique index system in the last
volume which include:
- The General Index - (listing the description with volume and page number)
- The Index to Poetry and Nursery Rhymes
- The Index to Illustration of the Fine Arts (Paintings, sculpture and architecture)
Followed By: The Declaration of Independence (with
a copy of the original page of signatures) and the Constitution
of the US.
Some prefer the older editions, as Dr. Arthur Robinson, RC--Curriculum publisher. I would think as others for their
historical accuracy, artwork, and broad range of subjects that originally came with their own course of study and curriculum guides. Some
prefer the latest for their scientific accuracy, more current events, newer books, etc. Please see our
Differences
in Editions Page for our opinions.
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1940 Book of Knowledge - Grolier. Arthur Mee
This set comes with the original Course of Study and Subject Guide. This is a rare fund and to include these booklets makes
them invaluable and irreplacable! Their condition is not excellent, but very good. They have suffered normal wear and thinning on their edges
and tops and bottoms of their spines as seen in the photo. One booklet cover has become detached from its cover as seen in the photo below and the other booklet
is very loose and near detachment. We are not in the business of professional book restoration but buyer please do consider delicate care and
treatment of the booklets and taking them to a local book restorer. I would not ship them to a professional without adding insurance for no less than
the price of the entire set. Clean-No marks, no tears, no missing pages. The booklets condition would be considered VG or near excellent for their insides.
Amazing! This set with booklets should be priced at around $1500 or more. They are far more valuable than any set of encyclopedias published today.
These books and booklets are a bargain
at the price listed. These set is a great curriculum in itself! The bulk and foundation of the education Dr. Arthur Robinson created and used
with his children was very similar to this set. Home educators please grab these before the collectors or museums!
Read more details of the description and contents of these booklets near the last paragraph of this page. These booklets were written specifically for
this set of books.
1963 Book of Knowledge - Complete 20 Volumes. 1 vol. per book
Red and white set in very good condition. Tight. Clean, bright pages. Most volumes are so tight and
new and seem to have never been opened. This set contains alot of full color photographs, along with the
Black and white images, as well as sketched. Volume 20 appears to have had corners teethed on.
Vol 20 also seems to have more wear. Top spine has had slight tear but repaired. This is the newest, the latest copyright date we have ever
had in. It could very well be the last year the Book of Knowledge were published. Removing prayer from the public school system could very well have
been the reason why such a drastic change in these sets of books. Everything was changed, including separating and dividing everything up alphabetically,
as were the rest of the modern world encyclopedia and the word "New" was added to their title.
1911/1912 Book of Knowledge, Centenary Edition;
20 volumes, I - XX, Arthur Mee Co-editor
Despite the venerable age, this set in great condition, Neat appearance, shows
careful handling, only minimal signs of wear. Slightly loose first two pages in Vol. 20, otherwise all pages tight. No marks or tears. Will ship direct from
Europe to surrounding countries where insurance and proof of delivery can be secured.
Contact owner Direct by email for pricing, purchasing; and more pictures and further description if necessary, Email: LuWilwerth@gmx.de.
PREVIOUS SETS SOLD
1930 Book of Knowledge - Complete 20Volumes 1 vol. per Book
One the nicest sets we have ever had in! This set includes the Graded Courses of Study and
School-Subject Guide in the index volume 20. The volumes are tight, clean, no marks or tears. Normal wear on the tops and bottoms of their spines.
A few volumes do have minimal
water stains. The worst can be seen here. Volume 10 also suffered
exterior
board damage. As you can see the top board has minor wrinkling from being damp at some point in their history. But nothing serious
or a hindrance to use. Damp, meaning not wet, if so it would have caused the pages to stick together and none are/were.
Clicking on the volume 10 link will reveal a close up of how bright the gold in their lettering. These sets with the gold globe, containing
the supplements are more rare and hard to find than any other editions, except the very rare leather bound sets. Of course Chief Editors are Arthur
Mee and Holland Thompson!
1945 Book of Knowledge - Complete 20Vol. 10 Book Set, 2 vols per Book
Nice. Very well made. Normal wear on tops/bottoms of spine. Clean. Tight enough for
many more good years. A complete curriculum in itself. They are hard for anyone to
put down. Holland/Thompson Leonard Powell. One volume has a water stain
where pages did not stick, damage text or will hinder use. Otherwise very good overall condition.
Price, in part, based on life/use of books in current condition and with continued care. Please
utilize resources to help teach our children to care for vintage books. No collectors please.
1955 Book of Knowledge - Complete 20Vol. 10 Book Set, 2 vols per Book
Near excellent but damage to report. Would love to invest about $300 in this set! The top/bottom of the spines have normal wear because they
are cloth.
Hinges tight. Clean and bright. Well cared for. One volume has a water stain. Another
separate volume has a slight cut or nic neither of which are visable or hinder text, or use.
1928 Book of Knowledge - 20 Books -1 Vol per Book Set
Beautiful Set. Arthur Mee. Letters and numbers clearly legible except index volume 20, at the very top, which has been professional repaired.
Great care and expense was taken on volume 20 before it arrived. The end wrappers have been replaced and its spine reinforced for durability. It
was a quality repair job giving this set many more good years of service. Clean with no marks.
The Character Development Booklets, School-Subject Guide and Courses of Study Guides, with some editions came separate,
as paperback supplements. Some editions include them
within the index volume. They cover the Children's Morality Code Laws. Great material that SHOULD be
taught
in today's public schools and sad to say, in our Sunday School classes as well. Also great for Good Citizenship and Patriotism. They include
Outlines, Tests, and Study Questions. No filler/fluff.. unnecessary time wasters that bore our children. It doesn't take 12+ years to
receive an outstanding education.
Section Topics:
The Law of Self-Control, The Law of Good Health, The Law of Kindness, The Law of Sportsmanship, The Law of Self-Reliance, The Law of Duty, The Law of
Reliability, The Law of Truth, The Law of Good Workmanship, The Law of Team-Work, The Law of Loyalty. I would utilize the entire Character Development
for copy work, starting with vocabulary for the younger grades.
With these booklets your children will receive the full benefits of the Book of Knowledge, saving parents time and planning. Not enough can be written
to describe the Courses of Study and School-Subject guide. So simple, yet so advanced to most this day and time. Easy to use. The outlines help teach self study and
independence, as well as helping relieve parents of any concern and
to see what must be covered. Too bad this material
is out of print and still under copyright. Please no decorators or collectors. Our intentions are to provide quality resource materials
for home schooled children.
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of older books. If you are sensitive to mold or have a problem
with musty smells, please be aware that this can be the case with
any used vintage book. Even if mildew is not visible anywhere
on the book, the inside pages can not be cleaned without expensive professional
work. We do not have
any with visible mold or mildew but these or any books can be
sensitive if kept in a damp area. Store your treasures in a well
ventilated, dry area and avoid direct sunlight.
These books are amazing! It's easy to understand why they
are so highly recommended by Dr. Arthur Robinson, creator
of the Robinson 22-CD ROM
- Self Teaching Curriculum.
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