Groupe Flammarion
French publishing group with a long history, now a subsidiary of Madrigall. French publisher known for literature, science, and art books.
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Overview
Groupe Flammarion is a renowned French publishing group founded in 1876 by Ernest Flammarion. It encompasses several publishing imprints in literature, science, children's books, etc. In 2012, it was acquired by Madrigall and became a subsidiary. Flammarion is a French publishing house founded in 1876 by Ernest Flammarion, headquartered in Paris. It publishes literature, science, art, and practical books, and is a significant French publishing group, now part of the Madrigall group.
History
Groupe Flammarion was founded in 1876 by Ernest Flammarion in Paris. It grew into a significant French publishing group with several imprints spanning literature, science, art, practical books, and children's books. In 2012 it was acquired by Madrigall and became a subsidiary of the group.
- 2012
Acquisition by Madrigall
Groupe Flammarion was acquired by Madrigall and became a subsidiary.
- 1876
Founding by Ernest Flammarion
Ernest Flammarion founded the publishing house in Paris.
Products and positioning
Mid-to-high-end publishing, emphasizing cultural heritage and innovation.
Product categories. Books · E-books
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