Core Business: Publishing books across a diverse range of topics, including classic and contemporary literature, essays, history, science, music, art, and dictionaries.
Founded and Ownership: Founded in Madrid in 1966. It is currently owned by the French publisher Hachette Livre, which is part of the Lagardère group.
“El libro de bolsillo” (The Paperback/Pocket Book): The publisher is renowned for its iconic “El libro de bolsillo” collection, a pioneering effort to make world literature and thought accessible and affordable in the Spanish-speaking world, featuring authors like Kafka, Brecht, and Freud.
Reputation: Alianza Editorial is highly regarded for its commitment to intellectual dialogue and cultural promotion, balancing academic depth with general public appeal.