You probably dont need to include every word of the title and authors name. The arts of the pen and the book in the islamic world have always excited the. I am in the process of categorizing a vast library of books from an antiques dealer in southern california. Condition is very important and will greatly influence value. Assembling and distilling the collected wisdom and knowledge of western civilization across a wide range of disciplines has been the task of the britannica library of the great books of the western world, and the result has been a massive and handsomely bound 61 volume set which, through ebay, can become yours. Catalogue of turkish manuscripts in the library of leiden university and. The series was launched in late 2011, and will comprise 6,000 pages over roughly 30 200 to 240page volumes when it is finished. To determine the true market value of a book, or any other collectible item, an appraisal may be necessary. Whether you want the cheapest reading copy or a specific collectible edition, with bookfinder, youll find just the right book. Do you have an old or antiquarian book and would like know its value. Depending on the title of the book, individual editions of from the the little leather library corporation series have a value in the range of 10. The lincoln library of essential information was originally published as a one volume generalreference work, in 1924. If it has flaws, it will usually be worth significantly less than a copy in excellent fine condition.
How much would a set of little leather library books be worth. They released him, but now it is the books themselves that have trapped me. Buy worldbook childcraft the how and why library 12 volumes. Manuscripts in the john rylands university library at manchester. That old book in your attic may not be worth much to you, but it might be worth a lot to a potential buyer.
The first edition of the lincoln library of essential information was published in 1924 by the frontier press of buffalo, new york. The volume library the intention of the library is to provide volume datasets for scientists involved with volume visualization and rendering. The volume library was a one volume general reference work that was published from 1911 to 1985. This comprehensive and authoritative set is rich in features to make the study of world history. They are divesting themselves of their library and some of the books are too old to find values for.
The volumn library founded 1911 encyclopedia of practical. A concise graded repository of practical and cultural knowledge designed for both instruction and reference written by abram royer brubacher and published by the educators association, new york would have a current market value. Well show you how to get a feel for what value has been attached to the title by booksellers and collectors. A concise graded repository of practical and cultural knowledge designed for both instruction and reference written by abram royer brubacher and published by the educators association, new york would have a current market value of 2535 dollars in fair to good overall condition. You might think its a rare and valuable book but dont know where to find its value. Some old books may be rare and have great value, others may be more difficult to place a value on. If you have an old book that you would like us to research, or if you have any other questions regarding old books, email us through our askalibrarian service, or contact your local library.
Also avoid publisher series, unless the publisher has a true monopoly over the works in question. Library value calculation experiment 2009 assessment. The volumn library founded 1911 encyclopedia of practical and cultural information brief, concise, clear, topically arranged for ready reference and home study w. Fill out this form with enough information to get a list of comparable copies. Even in this day of internet online acess to everything you must first conceive of what you are looking for here it just pops up as you flip the pages. Since 1997, bookfinder has made it easy to find any book at the best price. Time life library of art complete set of 28 books the editors of timelife books on. One very simple method of finding an approximate value of a book is to search for similar copies on and see what prices are being asked. The volume library an encyclopedia of practical and. If youre an avid reader, you may at one point find yourself with quite a collection of books.
It was edited by henry woldmar ruoff who also edited the new century book. From 1916 to 1923, the little leather library was a hot name in american publishing. We have created an inventory on, but there is one that i can not find a value for. In later years, it was published in two and three volume editions, and the title was changed. Another important factor in the value of a first edition or any collectible book is condition. This is a page about finding the value of groliers book. Finding the value of groliers book of knowledge encyclopedias. Addall click on the used books tab at the top and fill out the. Why im finally shelving my fathers 1,000volume library. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books.
The easiest way to know how much your copy of a book is worth on the open market is to check on how much similar copies are currently being offered for. The little leather library collection consists of 101 books, 314 x 4, published by the little leather library corporation of new york. An encyclopedia of practical and cultural information and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The sesame street library with jim hensons muppets complete 15 volume set henson, jim on. Encyclopedia of world history 7 volumes set facts on file library of world history marsha. Southwestern volume library for sale in stock ebay. For instance, a rare first edition of charles darwins on the origin of species was auctioned. Lincoln library of essential information wikipedia.
Hello and welcome, my name isxxxxx am a personal property appraiser and would be happy to assist you with your question. Though this is a pretty old reference book and some of its content is outdated now, much of it still has value and is contemporary. Many people like collecting older books from flea markets and antique shops but it can be hard to tell which books in your collection really have value. The volume library hardcover 1978 by the southwestern company author 3. Ask us if you have an old book that you would like us to research, or if you have any other questions regarding old books, email us through our askalibrarian service, or contact your local library. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our favorite. Why im finally shelving my fathers 1,000volume library life and. A rare book can sell for a substantial amount of money but few novice collators know how to tell the difference between a nice old book. Used and rare bookseller websites that bring together sellers prices. The volume library brings together knowledge on a variety of subjects, it is ready reference but more than that is a very enjoyable read as you flip through the pages. The following method applies to the private, my library view of volumes and requires. The volumn library founded 1911 encyclopedia of practical and cultural information brief, concise, clear. Our whats it worth feature will help you appraise it online.
Around 2006 i started one section on this website that focuses completely on tolkien collecting. Each book boasts 48 illustrations in full color and presented in navy blue hardbacks with gilded decoration and script to the spines and fronts. We have forgotten the educa tional value of the practical, which is in fact far. New listing 6 vintage 1949 childcraft books volume 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11. It remained as a two or three volume reference work until at least 2004. Library cess is the mechanism by which the state government collect revenue for the functioning of public libraries in the state. A concise, graded repository of practical and cultural knowledge designed for both instruction and reference henry woldmar ruoff w. Additional 10% off the discounted web store prices for loa books. If sold in lots the individual rare book value goes down a bit to around 4. Library cess is a kind of tax which is levied on the house. The little leather library abebooks shop for books. Advances in library administration and organization emerald. Collecting tolkien books when you combine the love for books and a passion for the works of j.
Avoid series that cross authors, unless the authors were or became aware of the series identification eg. Tolkien then somehow it always turns into a massive or very specialized tolkien book collection. Culture and values a survey of the humanities, volume i. Richardson company, 1911 encyclopedias and dictionaries 772 pages. You can buy this volume, along with all previous volumes, from the emerald. The volume library year book 1998 by the southwestern company like new. Decreased student enrollments, diminished budgets, and the fiscal reality of. First conceived in new york city by brothers and bookshop owners charles and albert boni, the firm came to reality with the help of.
Do you have an old or antiquarian book and would like to know its value. It was a book my mom bought for me when i was a kid in the early 80s since she knew i liked science so much, and id recommend it to any young child who has alot of wonder. This two volume book is not of high value and is not something we would. Guide to the little leather library collection, 19201924. International library of ethics, law, and the new medicine springer. A beatenup old book that is falling apart will have little value. Timelife books the old west series complete 26 volume set. Humanities department enoch pratt free library state library resource center 400 cathedral street baltimore, md 21201. This book is designed to provide guidance and support to many of youlibrarians.
The book series international library of ethics, law and the new medicine comprises volumes with an international and interdisciplinary focus. If you really need a documented estimate of a books value for probate or insurance purposes then visit your local rare bookshop and pay for a formal appraisal. Encyclopedia of world history 7 volumes set facts on file library. The loeb classical library is the only series of books which, through original text and. Rent culture and values a survey of the humanities, volume i 9th edition 9785958104 and save up to 80% on textbook rentals and 90% on used textbooks. Commercial use is prohibited and no warranty whatsoever is expressed. A beautiful set of books sure to capture the attention of most. The complete carl barks disney library is a series of books collecting all of the comic book donald duck and uncle scrooge stories written and drawn by carl barks, originally published between 1942 and barks retirement in june 1966. The miniature books are brownish green in color, of imitation leather, and characteristic of the redcroft edition published between 19201924.
826 398 1451 1640 542 871 1101 49 815 1383 755 194 621 993 1168 978 443 544 903 980 760 567 838 781 1321 1358 1468 150 978 737 1353 1475 1022 417 1496 1359 457 747