“Treasure Island” by Robert Louis Stevenson. New York: Grosset & Dunlap, undated edition (ca. 1950). Uncredited artwork.
Grosset & Dunlap, founded in 1898 by Alexander Grosset and George T. Dunlap, was known for making books more affordable and widely accessible. They specialized in hardcover reprints, which is why many beloved classics—like Tarzan, Treasure Island, and movie novelizations such as King Kong, Dracula, and Frankenstein—were published under their imprint.
One of their most notable contributions was their photoplay editions, which featured stills from films alongside the novelization. These were especially popular in the early 20th century, allowing readers to relive cinematic experiences in book form. They also played a major role in publishing juvenile series books, including “Nancy Drew,” “The Hardy Boys,” “Tom Swift,” and “Cherry Ames,” thanks to their long partnership with the Stratemeyer Syndicate.
Interestingly, Grosset & Dunlap launched Bantam Books in 1945, helping to establish the paperback reprint market. Over time, they became part of Penguin Random House, but their legacy in making literature more accessible remains strong.
[Source: Wikipedia]
“Treasure Island” by Robert Louis Stevenson. New York: Grosset & Dunlap, undated edition (ca. 1950). Uncredited artwork.
Grosset & Dunlap, founded in 1898 by Alexander Grosset and George T. Dunlap, was known for making books more affordable and widely accessible. They specialized in hardcover reprints, which is why many beloved classics—like Tarzan, Treasure Island, and movie novelizations such as King Kong, Dracula, and Frankenstein—were published under their imprint.
One of their most notable contributions was their photoplay editions, which featured stills from films alongside the novelization. These were especially popular in the early 20th century, allowing readers to relive cinematic experiences in book form. They also played a major role in publishing juvenile series books, including “Nancy Drew,” “The Hardy Boys,” “Tom Swift,” and “Cherry Ames,” thanks to their long partnership with the Stratemeyer Syndicate.
Interestingly, Grosset & Dunlap launched Bantam Books in 1945, helping to establish the paperback reprint market. Over time, they became part of Penguin Random House, but their legacy in making literature more accessible remains strong.
[Source: Wikipedia]