NAICS Code 459210-14 - Encyclopedias (Retail)

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NAICS Code 459210-14 Description (8-Digit)

Encyclopedias (Retail) is a subdivision of the Book Retailers and News Dealers industry that specializes in the sale of encyclopedias to consumers. Encyclopedias are comprehensive reference books that provide information on a wide range of topics, including history, science, literature, and more. This industry involves the retail sale of both print and digital encyclopedias, as well as related products such as dictionaries and thesauruses.

Parent Code - Official US Census

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Tools

Tools commonly used in the Encyclopedias (Retail) industry for day-to-day tasks and operations.

  • Encyclopedias (print and digital)
  • Dictionaries
  • Thesauruses
  • Indexes
  • Bibliographies
  • Cross-referencing tools
  • Search engines
  • Content management systems
  • E-commerce platforms
  • Inventory management software

Industry Examples of Encyclopedias (Retail)

Common products and services typical of NAICS Code 459210-14, illustrating the main business activities and contributions to the market.

  • World Book Encyclopedia
  • Britannica Encyclopedia
  • Oxford English Dictionary
  • Merriam-Webster Thesaurus
  • Encyclopedia of Science and Technology
  • Encyclopedia of World History
  • The New Grove Dictionary of Music and Musicians
  • The Cambridge Dictionary of Philosophy
  • The Encyclopedia of American Art
  • The Encyclopedia of Psychology

History

A concise historical narrative of NAICS Code 459210-14 covering global milestones and recent developments within the United States.

  • The history of the Encyclopedias (Retail) industry dates back to the 18th century when the first modern encyclopedia was published in France. The Encyclopédie, ou Dictionnaire raisonné des sciences, des arts et des métiers, was published between 1751 and 1772 and contained 28 volumes. The first English-language encyclopedia was published in 1771 by the Scottish printer and bookseller, William Smellie. The Encyclopaedia Britannica was first published in 1768 and is still in print today. In the United States, the first encyclopedia was published in 1806 by the Philadelphia-based publisher, Dobson. The Encyclopaedia Americana was published between 1829 and 1833 and was the first encyclopedia to be published in the United States. In recent years, the Encyclopedias (Retail) industry has faced challenges due to the rise of digital media and the internet. However, some companies have adapted to the changing market by offering online versions of their encyclopedias, while others have shifted their focus to other areas, such as educational publishing.