David McKay

Scottish-American publisher (1860–1918)

David McKay (June 24, 1860 – November 20, 1918) was a Scottish American publisher, head of David McKay Publications, which published books of all kinds, including early examples of comic books.2

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Born Jun 24, 1860, died Nov 20, 1918.1

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Early life and education

Early life

McKay was born in Dysart, Scotland, on June 24, 1860. At the age of 11, he came to the United States with his parents. At the age of 13, he began working for J. B. Lippincott & Co., learning the bookselling trade.

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Career

Occupation: publisher.4

Personal life

  • BornJun 24, 1860, Dysart5
  • CitizenshipUnited States6

McKay's family included a wife, one daughter and four sons. His son Alexander would follow in his father’s shoes by taking over the house to go on to publish Walt Disney's first Mickey Mouse comics, the Blondie and Dagwood comic series, and numerous other notable works.

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