Laureate Publishing has closed after 48 years of business, as the dream of its late founder, Lai A-sheng (賴阿勝), to introduce Western literature and culture to Taiwan has been fulfilled, the company said on March 17.
Founded in May 1974, Laureate has published translated works of Western literature, culture and philosophy.
At its peak, Laureate Publishing set up a store across from National Taiwan University in Taipei.
In addition to its success in bringing foreign literature to Taiwan, Laureate is also known for publishing Gulong’s (古龍) The Legend of Chu Liuxiang (楚留香傳奇) series in 1977.
However, the publishing house was also hard hit by
Taipei, April 12 (CNA) Taiwanese publishing house Laureate Book has closed after 48 years of operations, citing the impact of COVID-19 and a declining readership.