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Serpent’s Tail

Serpent's Tail is a London-based independent publishing firm founded in 1986 by Pete Ayrton. It specialises in publishing work in translation, particularly European crime fiction. In January 2007, it was bought by British publisher Profile Books.

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Serpent’s Tail

Founded
Serpent’s Tail was established or created in 1986.
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Serpent’s Tail has its headquarters at London.

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Serpent's Tail is a London-based independent publishing firm founded in 1986 by Pete Ayrton. It specialises in publishing work in translation, particularly European crime fiction. In January 2007, it was bought by British publisher Profile Books.

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  1. 01Foundation and history
  2. 02Imprints and publications
  3. 03Archives and collections
  4. 04Notes, references and evidence

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