Encyclopedias were revised every few years to make them as up to date as possible. Each time it was revised, it became a new edition. If it was the fourth revision, it would be called the fourth edition.
You can typically find the edition of an encyclopedia on the title page, copyright page, or spine of the book. It is usually indicated with a number (e.g., First Edition, Second Edition).
It isn't possible to say how many pages are in any one encyclopedia without knowing which encyclopedia, and which edition of that encyclopedia, is of interest.
Yes, the online version of encyclopedia is better than its print edition, because they can add and update the articles.
1986 for the first edition, 1991 for the HarperPerennial edition.
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The year of the encyclopedia is the year of the copyright; there are far too many editions to answer this question directly.
Encyclopedia or dictionary? Alphabetically.
The first edition of the World Book Encyclopedia was printed in 1917.
The value of a third edition copy of the Columbia Encyclopedia can vary depending on its condition, rarity, and demand among collectors. On average, you may find a third edition copy selling for around $20 to $50. It's recommended to check online marketplaces or antique bookstores to get a more accurate idea of its current market value.
anywhere from 10-20$
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I saw the 1944 edition on E-bay for about $120. I'd love to find a better answer, as I have a set of these myself.