University of Nebraska Press facts for kids
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| Parent company | University of Nebraska–Lincoln |
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| Founded | 1941 |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Headquarters location | Lincoln, Nebraska |
| Distribution | Longleaf Services (US) Codasat Canada (Canada) Combined Academic Publishers (EMEA for UNP, JPS) Casemate (Europe for Potomac) Eurospan Group (Asia, the Pacific) |
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The University of Nebraska Press, also known as UNP, is a special kind of book publisher. It focuses on books for learning and general interest. It was started in 1941. The press is part of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. This is the main campus of the University of Nebraska system.
UNP mainly publishes books that are true, called non-fiction. They also publish academic journals. These are like magazines with articles written by experts. They make books and journals both on paper and as e-books.
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What Does the University of Nebraska Press Publish?
The University of Nebraska Press publishes many different kinds of books. They have strong collections in several areas.
Popular Topics
UNP publishes books about:
- Native American studies: This includes the history and cultures of Native American peoples.
- Western American history: Stories and facts about the American frontier.
- Sports: Books about different sports and athletes.
- World and national affairs: Topics about what's happening in the world and in the United States.
- Military history: Books about wars and military events.
How Many Books Does UNP Publish?
The University of Nebraska Press has published over 4,000 books. They have also published 30 different journals. Each year, they release more than 150 new books. This makes them one of the biggest university presses in the United States. They are currently the 12th largest.
Awards and Recognition
Since 2010, two books from UNP have won the Bancroft Prize. This is a very important award for history books in the U.S. It shows that their books are well-researched and highly respected.
