November 1, 1997 — John Wiley Professional/Trade Publishing has acquired Van Nostrand Reinhold Company.

About Van Nostrand Reinhold Company

Van Nostrand Reinhold Company publishes books.

About John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

John Wiley & Sons is a global publisher of print and electronic products, specializing in scientific, technical, and medical books and journals; professional and consumer books and subscription services; and textbooks and other educational materials for students as well as lifelong learners.