The Young Peoples Book Of The Year 1966 (Book of Knowledge Annual). Published in 1966 by Grolier and printed in the U.S.A. Hardcover book, 422 pages, 9.75" x 7.25" (248mm x 184mm) .

Synopsis: The Young Peoples Book Of The Year 1966 is a richly illustrated annual reference volume created for young readers as part of Grolier’s long-running Book of Knowledge encyclopedia series. Edited by William E. Shapiro, the book serves as a snapshot of the people, discoveries, events, and cultural interests that shaped 1965 and early 1966. Designed to both educate and entertain, it combines current-events reporting with articles on science, history, geography, sports, nature, literature, and the arts, all written in an accessible style for school-age readers.

Like many mid-century children’s annuals, the volume blends encyclopedia-style learning with colorful photographs, illustrations, maps, and feature stories intended to inspire curiosity about the modern world. Readers would encounter coverage of the Space Race, world leaders, technological progress, and notable achievements of the era alongside lighter sections devoted to hobbies, wildlife, and human-interest stories. The book was marketed as both an educational supplement and a keepsake chronicle of the year, capturing the optimism and rapidly changing culture of the mid-1960s for young audiences.

Major sections in the book are: The United Nations, The United States, People In The News, Events Around The World, Background To The News, Sports, The Arts, New School Topics, Science and Technology, Conservation and Nature, Careers, and Activities.

Condition: The book's covers, binding, and spine are in very good plus condition.  The inside pages are in excellent condition with no writing, marks, or creases. (see photos).