The World Almanac and Book of Facts (2003) from Best Selling Books

It first appeared in 1868 and it's been published every year since, except between 1876 and 1886 when ownership was in limbo. A comprehensive reference manual contains information on just about every subject, from sports and economy to history and geography. Calvin Coolidge was sworn in as U.S. President by his Justice father who read the oath from a copy of this book In 1923.