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The World Book Co., Ltd.

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A Taiwanese publisher originally founded in Shanghai in 1916, continuing cultural work after relocating to Taiwan.

Last updated September 2, 2026

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The World Book Co., Ltd. is a publisher that was founded in Shanghai in 1916. After relocating to Taiwan, it continued its cultural work, publishing textbooks, reference books for colleges and vocational schools, and various books on literature, history, and philosophy. Since the 1950s, it has expanded its offerings.

History

The World Book Co., Ltd. was founded in Shanghai in 1916. Due to the gathering of talent and capital, and wise planning and development, its business grew rapidly, and within a few years, branch offices were established in all provinces. After relocating to Taiwan, it continued its cultural work, publishing various textbooks, reference books for colleges and vocational schools, and various books on literature, history, and philosophy. Since the 1950s, it has expanded further.

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