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About Alfred A. Knopf

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Alfred A. Knopf, Sr. was a distinguished American publisher who co-founded the prestigious publishing house Alfred A. Knopf, Inc. in 1915 with his wife, Blanche Knopf. Known for his commitment to high literary quality...

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