Lands and Peoples The World in Color 7 Volume Set
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About this product
This is a complete 7-volume set of 'Lands and Peoples: The World in Color', a vintage 1959 hardcover reference work published by Grolier. It is an illustrated, nonfiction series covering people and society, written in English and intended for adults. The set is a regular edition, not signed or personalized, and originates from the United States.
Our take
For collectors of vintage encyclopedias, this 1959 Grolier set offers a substantial visual and historical reference, with its 10-inch height and full-color illustrations being notable for the era. However, the age means the content is dated, and the 'regular edition' status suggests no special collectible features. It suits those seeking a period piece or a nostalgic reference, not up-to-date information. The price is budget-friendly for a 7-volume set, but condition and completeness should be verified, as vintage books may show wear. Those prioritizing modern accuracy or pristine condition should look elsewhere.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Complete 7-volume set
- Vintage 1959 illustrated edition
- Hardcover format
- Published by Grolier
Cons
- Dated content from 1959
- Regular edition, not collectible
Specifications
- Signed By none
- Book Title Lands and Peoples
- Book Series Lands and Peoples
- Original Language English
- Vintage Yes
- Personalize No
Show all 25 specifications
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Item Height
- 10 in
- Personalized
- No
- Features
- Illustrated
- Topic
- People, Society
- Signed
- No
- Ex Libris
- No
- Narrative Type
- Nonfiction
- Publisher
- Grolier
- Intended Audience
- Adults
- Inscribed
- No
- Edition
- Regular Edition
- Publication Year
- 1959
- Type
- Reference
- Era
- 1950s
- Author
- The Grolier Society, E.V. McLoughlin
- Genre
- History
- Country of Origin
- United States
