The new book of knowledge is an encyclopedia intended primarily for children from 9yrs. Waverley bookkeeping services is based in the scottish borders and provides bookkeeping solutions for small and medium sized businesses. This book sits next to our dining table where it is in constant use as we explore the world of food. Jacksons company grolier acquired the rights to publish it in the u.
We continue to add to the resources we make available so that you have ready access to information that will ensure the smooth execution of your projects. Some marks and age tanning but otherwise in fair condition. The book of knowledge publisher the waverley book company ltd. Has a couple of dents, one to the spine the other to a corner. Aug 21, 2015 set of 8 the new book of knowledge by the waverly book company, london. Cassells book of knowledge was an alphabetical eightvolume encyclopedia published under a range of titles including the book of knowledge and the new book of knowledge.
One was the bluebound 1920s edition of the childrens encyclopedia which hed bought and the other was the 1930s wonderland of knowledge that his parents subscribed to when he was young. Finding the value of groliers book of knowledge encyclopedias. Of course, the shipping will be a big consideration, as well at the price and if it is in decent shape. Inappropriate the group contains hate speech or sexual roleplay activity, or facilitates illegal activity. When i was a child, my father had 2 sets of encyclopedias that he kept in the spare bedroom. Waverley book cie, hardcover, possibly red leather. The gresham publishing company limited is an independent scottish book publishing company, based on the south side of glasgow, scotland uk. I think ivanhoe by sir walter scott was the better book. I am also looking for a set of the book of knowledge in about the 1940 era. Finding the value of a waverley encyclopedia set thriftyfun. Published anonymously in 1814 as scotts first venture into prose fiction, it is often regarded as one of the first historical novels in the western tradition.
Mar, 2015 this is a guide about finding the value of groliers book of knowledge encyclopedias. Jun 04, 2012 i have a complete set of leather bound books 15 of the works of charles dickens with illustrations. Find local second hand the book of knowledge waverley in books in the uk and ireland. Emerson trains his mesmerizing prose and piercing insight on england and the english from nearly every angle not his most interesting or original subject but nonetheless intriguing. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. The new book of knowledge by hammerton, sir john and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Graces guide is the leading source of historical information on industry and manufacturing in britain.
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The new book of knowledge please look at the photos and contact me before placing a bid if you require any further information. Pages and binding are presentable with no major defects. This is an exact facsimilie in every detail of text and illustration. Our marketplace offers millions of titles from sellers worldwide. I have a complete set of leather bound books 15 of the. Apr 06, 2010 english traits emerson, ralph waldo, the waverley book company, limited on. Good usual signs of a well read book but good overall condition. Waverley books for sale in uk 22 used waverley books. Waverley bookkeeping services is run by katherine graham. The book of knowledge waverley book company, 8 volumes. A charming though now politically incorrect encyclopedia with a wealth of illustrations. Book of knowledge edited by harold f b wheeler volume viii lewisham, london book of knowledge edited by harold f b wheeler volume viii fact index and study outlines published by the waverley book company limited some external wear and tear, hence the lower asking price. Cassells book of knowledge 8 vols by wheeler, harold f. Waverley books are based in glasgow and publish books on cookery, humour and scottishinterest.
The encyclopedia was a successor to the book of knowledge, published from 1912 to 1965. The book of knowledge waverley very good condition supplied in cardboard as shown. As experts in the science of solar shading we like to share our knowledge and experience with you so you can be confident in making the right decisions. The new book of knowledge volume six by edited by sir john hammerton and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Waverley has expanded our knowledge of food as we chow. Some old books may be rare and have great value, others may be more difficult to place a value on. I have a complete set of leather bound books 15 of the works of charles dickens with illustrations. The series was printed in london by the waverley book company, ltd. Waverley book knowledge for sale in uk view 50 bargains. Volume viii fact index and study outlines published by the waverley book company limited some external wear and tear, hence the lower asking price.
The plot of this book tells the story of edward waverley and how he became involved in the famous jacobite rebellion of 1745. The waverley book company ltd, london, united kingdom, 9999. Fifteen volumes works of charles dickens, published the waverley book company ltd. All of the internal pages are unmarked, uncreased and tightly bound, no stamps or. See todays waverley book knowledge for sale, best offer and auction. I am an artist and want the bok for its rendering of the childrens illustrations. If you would like to contact us via our website, please fill in your details so we can reply to you. I have a full set of waverley encyclopedias, the book of knowledge 1961 volumes 17, fact index volume 8, and book of words dictionary, volumes. The practical woodworker bernard e jones 4 volume set.
Although of an age, the book of knowledge by waverley full set of eight books in mint condition. A complete guide to the art and practice of woodworking. You need to be registered and approved to bid at this auction. Cassells book of knowledge eight volume set, circa 1920s. Around this time, allen lane, john lanes nephew who had inherited control of the company, left to found penguin books. Wheeler size 19 x 26 cm condition complete set of volumes. The new book of knowledge volume 1 a bon waverly on. Waverley books limited free company information from companies house including registered office address, filing history, accounts, annual. Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. He journeys north from his aristocratic family home, waverleyhonour, in the south of england. The main character, edward waverly starts out rather naive, but starts to wiseup during the story.
Similar in style to the book of knowledge, this 10 volume encyclopedia was published 194950. Discover amazing local deals on book of knowledge for sale. Waverley books limited filing history free information. Published by waverley pages 300504, letters souzwi. Fifteen volumes works of charles dickens, published the. The essays were written in a now dated style, but designed to appeal to both adults and children. The new book of knowledge by hammerton sir john abebooks. Waverley is set during the jacobite rebellion of 1745, which sought to restore the stuart dynasty in the person of charles edward stuart or bonnie prince charlie. This book is considered the first true historical novel which inspired many authors, such as dickens, trackeray, stevenson, victor hugo, alexandre dumas, balzac, gogol and tolstoy. Some shelfwear and rubbing with some marks to covers the book of knowledge harold f. The book of knowledge by waverley book co encyclopaedia set of 8 books 1959. The practical woodworker bernard e jones 4 volume set the waverley book company ltd.
Waverley book knowledge pricevalue guide, valuation. Cassells book of knowledge eight volume set, circa. This was a topically arranged encyclopedia that was based on arthur mees childrens encyclopaedia. He journeys north from his aristocratic family home, waverleyhonour, in the south of england alleged in. There is no date however they were made and printed in great britain by the greycaine book manufaacturing company ltd, watford as stated after the end this is what is printed on the 4th p. Waverley books limited free company information from companies house including registered office address, filing history, accounts, annual return, officers, charges, business activity. Buy the book of knowledge and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. The new book of knowledge is an encyclopedia intended primarily for children from 3rd to 8th grades. It relates the story of a young dreamer and english soldier, edward waverley, who was sent to scotland in 1745. Set of 8 the new book of knowledge by the waverly book company, london. Set of 8 the new book of knowledge by the waverly book. Buy online, view images and see past prices for the book of knowledge waverley book company, 8 volumes complete, fair condition, buyer collects.
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