Espasa-Calpe books and encyclopedias

Espasa-Calpe is one of the most storied names in Spanish-language publishing, famously known for the 'Enciclopedia Espasa'. The brand was born from a 1925 merger between Editorial Espasa, founded in 1860 by José Espasa Anguera, and Calpe, which was established in 1918 by Nicolás María de Urgoiti. Historically, the company has been a cornerstone of cultural and educational development in the Spanish-speaking world, producing everything from classic literature to massive reference works.

Today, the brand operates as a prestigious imprint within the Planeta Group (Grupo Planeta). While the intellectual and editorial roots are deeply Spanish, the production and printing of their various titles occur primarily in Spain to supply the European and Latin American markets. The brand remains synonymous with linguistic authority and high-quality printed literature.