Adam Black (February 10, 1784-January 24, 1874) was a Scottish publisher. He founded the A & C Black publishing company. Black was born in Edinburgh, the son of a builder. After serving as an apprentice to a bookseller in Edinburgh and London, he began business for himself in Edinburgh in 1808. By 1826 he was recognized as one of the principal booksellers in the city; and a few years later he was joined in business by his nephew Charles. Wikipedia
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