Oxford university press
Oxford University Press
Oxford University Press (IPA: /ˈɒksfərd juːˈnɪvərsɪti prɛs/), often abbreviated as OUP, is a department of the University of Oxford that is involved in publishing. It is the largest university press in the world, and the second oldest after Cambridge University Press.
Etymology
The name "Oxford University Press" is derived from its establishment by the University of Oxford. The term "press" refers to the printing and publishing of books.
History
Oxford University Press has a rich history that dates back to the earliest days of printing. The first book was printed in Oxford in 1478, just two years after Caxton set up the first printing press in England. The University was involved in several print jobs in the early days, but it was not until the 16th century that the University's involvement in publishing became more prominent.
Operations
Oxford University Press's global academic publishing program spans the entire academic and higher education spectrum, including a wide array of scholarly and general interest books, journals, and online products.
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