Osprey to expand British heritage range

Written By: Bookseller Staff Publication Date: Mon, 11/04/2011 - 14:34 The Osprey Group is to acquire Old House Books and Maps on 28th April, expanding its range of British heritage titles. Osprey previously acquired Shire in 2007 and Angry Robot in 2010. Rebecca Smart, Osprey Group managing director, said: “Old House is my ideal addition to the Osprey family. The addition of Old House will really help to consolidate our position in [the British heritage] sector”. Shire publisher Nick Wright will now also be publisher of the Old House List, with plans to increase the list and encompass a range of other period items. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2011-04-11 00:00:00 UTC ]
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