How to Pronounce George Platt Brett Sr.
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Dec 08, 1858 London Died on 18 Sep 1936 (aged 77)
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About George Platt Brett Sr.
- George Platt Brett Sr.
- (8 December 1858 – 18 September 1936) was a British-born chairman and publisher of the American division of Macmillan Publishing.
- He was best known for serving as publisher, friend, and mentor of American author Jack London.
- Under Brett's leadership, Macmillan became one of the largest publishers in America.
- Sales grew from $50,000 in 1890 and grew to $8.5 million in 1931.
- In 1931, Macmillan annuals produced between 600 and 700 titles.
