#academic publishing

Sometimes the world of academic librarianship produces thought leaders who dominate their profession for decades. We asked two outstanding women in this category to describe the most significant experiences of their respective careers. Their responses are fascinating!

When her husband died in 1750, Anna Vandenhoeck took over his publishing house – courageously defying the prevailing gender roles of her time. With determination and entrepreneurial skill, she laid the foundation for the success of Vandenhoeck & Ruprecht, which is a renowned and internationally recognized brand of De Gruyter Brill today.