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As a joke i gave the s volume to a friend we dubbed the snake oil salesman tabbing the snake article of course. The middle portion of the bookcase if left blank can be used as a space for the television unit, serving as a complete entertainment area in the house. I took my 1955 world book encyclopedia set to half price books in the dallas area. Looking for value on the following collection in very good condition. Family members will find themselves browsing through volumes on lazy afternoons. This book shelf and everything else on this site is made from recycled hardback books. Each team member is dedicated to producing accurate and unbiased information by utilizing contemporary technological tools and following traditional practices. Complete world book encyclopedia set, 1980 edition decor. Buy and sell almost anything on gumtree classifieds.