Britannica book of the year 1972

Designed both to complete your britannica yearbook collection and to serve as an engaging standalone volume, this individually numbered, special collectors publication is a rare compendium of knowledge, insights, and history and will be the last edition in the 80 year tradition of britannica s distinguished yearbooks. During all of middle and high school, i reached for the britannica two or three times, at most. I am not much of an impulse buyer, but when i read that there were only 800 sets remaining thats what they say, at least i jumped right in and paid. It also had the advantage of requiring a fulltime, permanent, and professional, rather than a temporary, editorial staff. Buy britannica book of the year and get the best deals. Britannica book of the year 1966 by encyclopaedia britannica. Complete set of 24 volumes of encyclopedia britannica from 1972. Munich 1972 olympic games, athletic festival held in munich that took place august 26september 11, 1972. Mcconnell author, harry nelson author, jon tinker author, roy jenkins author. Book of the year 1973 leather hardcover events from 1972. George harris author, clare boothe luce author, peter f. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Encyclopaedia britannica s 11 books of the year from 1981 to 1991, describing the events of 1980 to 1990.

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This article was originally published in the britannica book of the year, an annual print publication that provides an overview of the year s mostnotable people and events. Published in 1972, this is the encyclopaedia britannicas large and illustrated factual record of all the great events of the important year 1971, including cultural trends, calendar of events, areas of science and technology, exploration and politics, fashion and dress, industries and business, characters and events. Britannica book of the year 1979 by james ertel volume. The filmmakers interviewed people tasked by the shah to organize the party. I remember wanting to find the books illuminating but always finding the experience unfulfilling. Britannica book of the year 1952 by encyclopaedia britannica and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.

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With reports on the significant issues and developments in all key fields and industries from architecture to health to sports, from art to fashion to science the 1972 britannica book of the year provides a complete, accurate and stimulating account of 1971. Encyclopedia britannica 1972 complete set of 24 books. The illustrated factual record of great events of an important year. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. I have the entire 21 volume set, including 20 book volumes plus 1 1972 year book. Includes 12 special reports of international importance and significance. However, encyclopedia that only date back to 1974 have no value whatsoever. Britannica book of the year 1972 william publisher benton on. Britannica classics check out these retro videos from encyclopedia britannica s archives.

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