Hippocrene Books
Hippocrene Books is an independent US publishing press located at 171 Madison Avenue, New York City, NY 10016. Hippocrene specializes in foreign language study guides, international cookbooks, and Polish-interest publishing.
| Founded | 1970 |
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| Founder | George Blagowidow |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Headquarters location | New York City |
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| Publication types | Books |
| Nonfiction topics | foreign language study guides, international cookbooks, Polish-interest publishing |
| Official website | www |
The foreign language catalog includes the Concise, Practical, and Standard Dictionary series, the travel-oriented Dictionary & Phrasebook series, and the Hippocrene Beginner's textbook series. In the past, Hippocrene has published books on folklore, translations of classic literature, children's dictionaries, and travel guides.
The publishing side grew out of Optimum Book Marketing, established in 1970 by Polish immigrant George Blagowidow. The press takes its name from the mythical Hippocrene fountain associated with the Muses, as seen in the company logo.
Hippocrene Books, Inc., is distributed to the trade by Two River Distribution, an Ingram brand.