Persephone Books
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Not to be confused with Persephone Press.
Persephone Books is an independent publisher based in Bath, England. Founded in 1999 by Nicola Beauman, Persephone Books reprints works largely by women writers of the late 19th and 20th century, though a few books by men are included. The catalogue includes fiction (novels and short stories) and non-fiction (diaries, memoirs and cookery books). Most books have a grey dustjacket and endpaper using a contemporaneous design, with a matching bookmark.
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Founded | 1999; 25 years ago (1999) |
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Founder | Nicola Beauman |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Headquarters location | Bath, Somerset |
Publication types | Largely-neglected fiction and non-fiction by women writers |
Official website | www |
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The company sells books mostly through its website, but also maintains a shop in Bath.