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THE WORLD BOOK ENCYCLOPEDIA SET WITH SUPPLEMENTS – 54 VOLUME SET - 1988

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THE WORLD BOOK ENCYCLOPEDIA SET WITH SUPPLEMENTS – 54 VOLUME SET - 1988

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1970. Chicago. World Book, Inc. All volumes are in Near Fine condition. 54 volumes in red leatherette with the title in gold lettering on the spines, and a gold design on the front cover, and gold edged page tops. Books measure about 7.5 inches by 10 inches tall. The encyclopedia set is only A-F. There are supplements, 2-3 a year, from 1988 to 2007., , LOT REF #21-691

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THE WORLD BOOK ENCYCLOPEDIA SET WITH SUPPLEMENTS – 54 VOLUME SET - 1988

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