The book of knowledge encyclopedia setseries 1945 rare. Inside it states copyright, 1926,1927, the grolier society, copyright 1923,1924,1925,1926,1927 by the. 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. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
The book of knowledge was an encyclopedia aimed at juveniles first published in 1912, by the grolier society. The new book of knowledge 1966 edition open library. New listing the new book of knowledge encyclopedia complete 20 book set. The book of knowledge the childrenaos encyclopedia volume. This was a topically arranged encyclopedia that was based on arthur mees childrens encyclopaedia.
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