George T. Delacorte Jr.
Photo: Dell Publishing, 1946. Photographer not credited, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons14

George T. Delacorte Jr.

American publisher

George T. Delacorte Jr. (20 June 1894 – 4 May 1991) was an American magazine publisher, born in New York City.2

From Wikipedia’s article on George T. Delacorte Jr. (this version), CC BY-SA 4.0.

Born Jun 20, 1894, died May 4, 1991.1

About

He founded the Dell Publishing in 1921. His goal was to entertain readers who were not satisfied with the genteel publications available at the time. The company was one of the largest publishers of books, magazines, and comics during its heyday. His most successful innovation was the puzzle magazine. Doubleday acquired Dell Publishing in 1976.

From Wikipedia’s article on George T. Delacorte Jr., shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.2

Companies

Career

Occupation: editor.6

Personal life

  • BornJun 20, 1894, New York City7
  • DiedMay 4, 1991, New York City8
  • CitizenshipUnited States9
  • SpouseValéria Hidvéghy10