Private company

J.W. Cappelens Forlag

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Norwegian publisher (1829–2007)

J.W. Cappelens Forlag, usually referred to as Cappelen, was one of the oldest publishing houses of Norway. J.W. Cappelens Forlag was founded in 1829 by Jørgen Wright Cappelen, of the distinguished Cappelen family. Torger Baardseth was the director of Cappelen between 1904 and 1943.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 20, 2026.

Overview

1829Founded1

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J.W. Cappelens Forlag, usually referred to as Cappelen, was one of the oldest publishing houses of Norway.2

The story

Founded by Jørgen Wright Cappelen in 1829.1

Leadership

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Acquisitions

  1. Succeeded by Cappelen Damm1

Timeline

  1. 2007Dissolved Dissolved1
  2. 1829Founded Founded1

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