Henry Holt
1840–1926 (age 86)
Publisher
Biography
Henry Holt established himself as a publisher whose dedication to literature and thoughtful discourse enriched American letters. Through his publishing house, he championed authors of depth and integrity, allowing important voices to be heard across the nation.
Holt’s lifelong commitment to the written word helped maintain a high standard for publishing and nurtured a culture of knowledge that continued to flourish beyond his passing, as remembered at Green-Wood Cemetery.