Webster’s New Twentieth Century Dictionary Unabridged 1957 Vintage HC For Sale

For sale is a stunning and substantial1957 Webster’s New Twentieth Century Dictionary of the English Language - Unabridged. Published by Standard Reference Works Publishing Company / The World Publishing Company, New York.

This is the iconic large-format unabridged dictionary that serious word lovers and collectors seek out. Based on the foundations laid byNoah Websterand revised under the supervision ofHarold Whitehall, Ph.D., Indiana University, it represents one of the most comprehensive single-volume English dictionaries of its era.

Key Features & Condition:

• 1957 Edition(copyright 1957, with earlier editions noted back to 1904)
• TrulyUnabridged– contains hundreds of thousands of definitions
• Includes approximately3,000 illustrations
• Valuable appendices: foreign words and phrases, commercial and financial terms in eight languages, chronology of historical events, Charter of the United Nations, and more
• Ornatevintage embossed coverwith intricate gold floral and scrollwork designs on a beige/tan background
• Strikingred title panelswith metallic teal lettering
• Classic decorativespinewith red and blue labels
• Massive physical presence – this is a true “coffee table” or library showpiece

Measurements (taken from photos):

• Height: Approximately11 inches(28 cm)
• Thickness (spine to fore-edge when closed): Roughly4.5+ inchesof pages
• The book is impressively thick with thousands of thin dictionary pages.

Condition:This vintage dictionary shows honest age and use consistent with a 69-year-old reference book that was clearly loved and consulted. The ornate covers display beautiful patina with some wear to the edges and corners typical of its age. The binding is intact and the pages are generally clean with the expected slight toning from time. It remains a highly presentable and functional copy that displays wonderfully on a shelf or desk. No major damage, tears, or missing sections noted in the provided photos.

This is a fantastic piece for:

• Book collectors and lovers of fine vintage reference works
• Homeschoolers or educators wanting a classic unabridged dictionary
• Interior decorators seeking a large, impressive “old library” aesthetic
• Word enthusiasts and writers who appreciate the depth of pre-digital lexicography

A true heavyweight of American reference publishing — perfect for anyone who values the weight, authority, and beauty of a pre-1960s unabridged Webster’s.

Shipping:Carefully packed with plenty of protection.

Would make an outstanding gift for graduation, Father’s Day, a book lover, or to complete a classic home library.

Thanks for looking!