Drexel Biddle Press is a renowned publishing house in the United States, known for producing high-quality books on art, architecture, and design. The company was founded in 1898 by Edward T. Stotesbury, a wealthy Philadelphia financier, and George W. Childs Drexel, a member of a prominent banking family. Originally named the Drexel Company, it changed its name to Drexel Biddle Press in 1919 when it merged with the Biddle Press.

In its early years, Drexel Biddle Press primarily published books on banking and finance. However, the company soon expanded its scope and began publishing books on art and architecture. One of its most famous publications was "The Book of American Interiors," a lavish volume that showcased the work of leading American interior designers of the early 20th century. The book was a huge success and helped establish Drexel Biddle Press as a major player in the publishing industry.

During the 1920s and 1930s, Drexel Biddle Press continued to publish books on art and design, including works by prominent artists such as Matisse and Picasso. The company also produced a series of books on American architecture, which became a cornerstone of its publishing program.

After World War II, Drexel Biddle Press shifted its focus to educational publishing. It began producing textbooks and other educational materials for schools and universities, and became a major supplier of materials to the U.S. government. In the 1970s, the company merged with the Franklin Institute Press and expanded its publishing program to include science and technology books.

Today, Drexel Biddle Press is a subsidiary of John Wiley & Sons, one of the world's largest publishers of educational and professional materials. Although it no longer publishes under its own imprint, Drexel Biddle Press remains a respected name in the publishing industry and a testament to the enduring legacy of its founders.

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