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The Book of Knowledge Vol. V – Attractive vintage Volume V of The Book of Knowledge, edited by Harold F. B. Wheeler and published by The Waverley Book Company. A beautifully bound illustrated encyclopaedia volume covering ITA to NAV, ideal for collectors or display.
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The Book of Knowledge Vol. V , edited by Harold F. B. Wheeler, is Volume V only of the famous early 20th-century illustrated encyclopaedia series published by The Waverley Book Company Ltd.. Covering topics from “ITA” to “NAV” across pages 1999–2558, this substantial volume is packed with period illustrations, colour plates and fascinating articles intended for “readers of all ages”.
Bound in an attractive dark blue half-leather style binding with gilt decoration and titling to the spine, this is an appealing display piece as well as an interesting vintage reference work. The book remains clean and solid, with particularly attractive spine decoration that would display well on a shelf in a study, library or collector’s room. A desirable volume for collectors of vintage encyclopaedias, decorative bindings, Edwardian and interwar reference books, or those assembling a complete Book of Knowledge set.
Condition – Near Fine
Volume V only. Light foxing and age-related discoloration to some pages. Binding remains firm and attractive, with light wear to the boards and slight rubbing at extremities. Gilt decoration to the spine remains bright and well-preserved.
