The Book of Knowledge; THE CHILDREN'S ENCYCLOPEDIA!!
FIRST EDITION / FIRST PRINTING.
Extensively Illustrated.
COMPLETE 20-volume set.
These are Large, and Very Heavy books, measuring 9.75 INCHES TALL!
Bound in the original, genuine leather, bindings!
Gilded lettering and illustration on spine. 9 3/4'' tall. Edited by Mee, Arthur and Thompson, Holland. The Grolier Society, New York. 1918. Approaching 100 Years Old!
Hinges strongly and fully attached. General rubbing to exterior, some extremity chips, as shown. Interior is bright, clean. Free of foxing. No writing.
Publisher's dedication page in Vol. 1, 'This set of The Book of Knowledge has been printed and Bound especially for David Jellet and is presented with Christmas Greetings by Father and Mother, December 25, 1919'.
A complete twenty volume set. Each volume contains detailed contents.
Includes hundreds of illustrations, photographs and color plates. Eloquent layout. A charming set with fascinating information.
This is a gorgeous set & display beautifully!
It would make an excellent gift and/or addition to any collection.
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