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"Founded by Allen Lane in the 1930s, this publisher broke down barriers by producing high-quality paperback fiction and non-fiction at affordable prices, removing the exclusivity that reading once had and widening public access to literature. Its model helped position printed books — including art books that reproduce works for broad audiences — as accessible gateways to art and culture, enabling people to engage with artworks without needing to visit galleries." - Xiangyun Lim