Haas, Robert K., 1890-1964
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Robert K. Haas (1890-1964) was an American publisher who created the Book of the Month Club with Harry Scherman in 1926. He also founded New Books, Inc. (a two-part reading program) and Harrison Smith and Robert Haas, a publishing house that merged with Random House in 1936. His wife, Merle Simon Haas (1897-1985), was active in volunteer work and was best known for her English translations of Babar the Elephant books.
From the description of Robert and Merle Haas papers, 1911-1976. (New York Public Library). WorldCat record id: 122571188
From the guide to the Robert and Merle Haas papers, 1911-1976, (The New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division.)
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From the description of Reminiscences of Robert K. Haas : oral history, 1955. (Columbia University In the City of New York). WorldCat record id: 122597860
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Subjects:
- American literature
- Publishers and publishing
- Publishers and publishing
- Publishers and publishing
- Book clubs (Discussion groups)
- Book industries and trade
- World War, 1914-1918
Occupations:
- Publisher
- Translator
Places:
- New York (State)--New York (as recorded)
