Barnaby Bernard Lintot

Barnaby Bernard Lintot was an English publisher active in the early 18th century. He was a significant figure in the flourishing book trade of the period, known for his business acumen and for recognizing literary talent.

Lintot published works by prominent authors of his time, most notably Alexander Pope. He paid Pope approximately £5,300 for his verse translation of Homer's Iliad, a substantial sum that highlights Lintot's role in supporting authors and the growing literary market. This period saw a shift in publishing, with publishers taking on more financial risk and authors beginning to receive greater recognition and compensation for their work. Lintot's business practices contributed to the professionalization of publishing in England.1