Just learned from relatives my niece is having a birthday party this weekend. I still plan on fleaing for it, but if anyone has a set of encyclopedias for sale, I'm keen. Not too worried about age, but preferably from the last ~40 years. Any leads or offers would be greatly appreciated! TIA

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snarkysammie t1_jd9yzgq wrote on March 22, 2023 at 9:59 PM

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Check local flea markets. There are a lot so you’re probably better off calling around, but I know I’ve seen full sets at some before. I have the Worldbook set from 1986, complete with the full Childcraft set, but it’s from my childhood and priceless to me.

Doubleucommadj OP t1_jda4v9f wrote on March 22, 2023 at 10:40 PM

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Replying to snarkysammie (#2,309,518)

I know of that Childcraft set and I had my own opposite of World Book(?) set that I'd love to pass along, but no clue if those outlasted an estate sale. sigh

Professional_Fox4467 t1_jdc0pep wrote on March 23, 2023 at 9:26 AM

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Replying to Doubleucommadj (#2,309,959)

It's been a hot minute since I've been there but last time I was in in STD Flea Market I remember seeing some in a booth or two.

powerfulspacewizard t1_jdc0rfq wrote on March 23, 2023 at 9:27 AM

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Even a 20 yearold encyclopedia is going to be extremely out of date.

Doubleucommadj OP t1_jdct161 wrote on March 23, 2023 at 2:04 PM

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Replying to powerfulspacewizard (#2,315,012)

You're not wrong, but the niece is only turning 6 or 7, so it's more just about piquing interest, not actual reference.

Doubleucommadj OP t1_jdcta65 wrote on March 23, 2023 at 2:06 PM

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Replying to Professional_Fox4467 (#2,315,008)

Definitely on the list!

Hellyeahdud3 t1_jdg5rjo wrote on March 24, 2023 at 3:43 AM

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I have a section of mine I might part with. I have a massive collection of them.

powerfulspacewizard t1_jdgp5xn wrote on March 24, 2023 at 7:28 AM

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Replying to Doubleucommadj (#2,317,725)

I mean I think it’s probably a great idea to give a kid correct information than to teach her the Czech Republic and Slovakia are one Soviet controlled country. Or not have any reference to 9/11. Or miss out on real fun facts like dinosaurs didn’t actually go full extinct and remain as birds and that dinosaurs has feathers and not leather skin. Sooooo I mean information is powerful.