Weekly Picks (2025-09-17)
我们去向何方 = [Where Are We Headed]
Author:
许倬云
Subject:
Civilization -- History AND Progress
Publication Info:
九州出版社
ISBN:
9787522515960
Library Holding:
3/F C2 History & Geography ; CB 425 Hsu 2023
Prof. Xu Zhuoyun offers a sweeping “big history” perspective on the modern world. Tracing three thousand years of civilization, he examines how Western modernity—anchored in capitalism, the sovereign state, and science—has entered a period of crisis. With erudition and human concern, Xu diagnoses systemic flaws and suggests a new value framework centered on the vitality of life. Clear and thought-provoking, this book guides readers to rethink global order and possible futures.
Understanding communication research methods : a theoretical and practical approach
Author:
Croucher, Stephen Michael, 1978-
Publication Info:
Routledge, 2025
ISBN:
9781032557755
Library Holding:
2/F C3 Language & Literature, P 91.3 Cro 2025
"Understanding communication research methods : a theoretical and practical approach" offers an engaging, practical approach to research methodology. Drawing from scholarship, real-life scenarios, and popular culture, this textbook provides undergraduate students with comprehensive insights into quantitative, qualitative, and critical research methods. With practical examples, exercises, and sample student papers, the book demystifies research techniques and empowers students to conduct their own communication research effectively.
圍頭與客家 : 香港本土語言故事集=[Weitou and the Hakka: A Collection of Hong Kong Vernacular Stories]
Author:
劉擇明
Publication Info:
Scone Publishing, 2024
ISBN:
9789887689409
Library Holding:
2/F C3 Language & Literature, PL 1740 H7 Liu 2024
A captivating exploration of Hong Kong's indigenous languages through 40 compelling short stories and illustrations by local artists. This book delves into the rich cultural heritage of Wai Tau and Hakka communities, tracing their linguistic roots and traditional lifestyles. More than a mere collection, it serves as a crucial preservation effort, offering insights into endangered languages and providing readers with a profound understanding of Hong Kong's authentic cultural landscape.
图说中外景观设计史=[Illustrated History of Landscape Design in China and Abroad]
Author:
闻晓菁
Subject:
Landscape design--History AND
Publication Info:
上海书店出版社, 2024
ISBN:
9787545823318
Library Holding:
G/F Zone B3 New Arrivals, SB 472.45 Wen 2024
"Illustrated History of Landscape Design in China and Abroad" is a comprehensive visual journey through landscape architecture. From prehistoric human settlements to ancient civilizations like Egypt, Babylon, and intricate landscapes of China, India, and Persia, the book traces the evolution of landscape design. Richly illustrated, it explores the artistic and cultural dimensions of landscape architecture across different eras, offering readers a vivid and insightful panorama of human environmental interaction.
Emplacing East Timor : regime change and knowledge production, 1860-2010
Author:
Tsuchiya, Kisho
Publication Info:
University of Hawaiʻi Press, 2024
ISBN:
9780824894986
Library Holding:
3/F C1 History & Geography, DS 649.5 Tsu 2024
"Emplacing East Timor : regime change and knowledge production, 1860-2010" offers a groundbreaking exploration of East Timor's historical and epistemological transformation from 1860 to 2010. Authored by Kisho Tsuchiya, this scholarly work examines how regime changes shaped knowledge production and social understanding. By critically analyzing the interplay between political shifts and intellectual development, the book provides a nuanced perspective on East Timor's complex journey from colonial territory to independent nation, revealing the intricate dynamics of cultural and political identity.
Reopening the opening of Japan : transnational approaches to modern Japan and the wider world
Author:
Edited by Lewis Bremner, Manimporok Dotulong, Sho Konishi.
Publication Info:
Brill, 2024
ISBN:
9789004683433
Library Holding:
3/F C1 History & Geography, DS 821.5 A1 Reo 2024
"Reopening the opening of Japan : transnational approaches to modern Japan and the wider world" offers a groundbreaking transnational perspective on Japan's modernization. Challenging traditional narratives, the book explores Japan's global interactions from the Meiji Restoration onward. By examining cultural, political, and economic exchanges, it reveals the complex networks that shaped modern Japanese identity. This scholarly work provides a nuanced understanding of Japan's development, demonstrating how transnational approaches can reframe our comprehension of national history and global interconnectedness.
研究设计与写作指导 : 定性、定量与混合研究的路向=[Research design and writing guidance: Qualitative, quantitative and mixed research approaches]
Author:
Creswell, John W.
Publication Info:
重庆大学出版社, 2024
ISBN:
9787568943819
Library Holding:
4/F A1 Business Administration, H 62 Cre 2024
"Research design and writing guidance: Qualitative, quantitative and mixed research approaches" by John W. Creswell is a comprehensive handbook for research methodology. Offering an in-depth exploration of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed research approaches, the book provides systematic guidance on research design, implementation, and academic writing. With clear pathways and practical examples, it equips researchers with essential skills to navigate complex research processes, select appropriate methodologies, and craft scholarly narratives across various academic disciplines.
Bayesian Statistics for the Social Sciences
Author:
Kaplan, David, 1955-
Publication Info:
Guilford Press, 2024
ISBN:
9781462553549
Library Holding:
4/F A1 Business Administration, HA 29 Kap 2024
"Bayesian Statistics for the Social Sciences" offers an accessible introduction to Bayesian methodology specifically designed for social science students. Featuring real-world examples from political science, psychology, sociology, and economics, the book provides comprehensive coverage of key concepts without requiring advanced statistical knowledge. With practical exercises and guidance on using WinBUGS and R software, it empowers researchers to apply Bayesian methods effectively in their social science research.
數碼港元： Web3.0構建香港新金融=[Digital Hong Kong Dollar: Web3.0 builds a new financial system for Hong Kong]
Author:
郎咸平
Publication Info:
香港中和出版有限公司, 2024
ISBN:
9789888869886
Library Holding:
4/F A1 Business Administration, HG 1710.3 Lan 2024
"Digital Hong Kong Dollar: Web3.0 builds a new financial system for Hong Kong" offers a comprehensive exploration of financial technology's transformative potential. Renowned economist Lang Xianping analyzes how Web3.0 technologies are reshaping traditional financial systems, focusing on Hong Kong's digital economic landscape. The book provides insights into blockchain, cryptocurrency, and innovative financial models, presenting a forward-looking perspective on digital economy development and the strategic opportunities emerging in Hong Kong's financial ecosystem.
妇人杨氏之“复活” : 十八世纪中国的法律与社会 =[The "Resurrection" of Lady Yang: Law and Society in Eighteenth-Century China]
Author:
卜永坚
Subject:
Law--China--History AND
Publication Info:
北京师范大学出版社, 2024
ISBN:
9787303302659
Library Holding:
G/F C1 Circulation Counter : Items on Reserve, KNN 122 Pu 2024
"The "Resurrection" of Lady Yang: Law and Society in Eighteenth-Century China" explores a profound judicial case from 18th-century China, revealing the intricate lives of ordinary people under a complex state system. Author Bu Yongjian meticulously reconstructs historical events, dissecting the judicial mechanisms and human experiences of the time. Through this compelling narrative, the book offers readers a nuanced understanding of how individuals navigated power structures, justice, and survival in Qing Dynasty rural society.
人类进化中的宗教 : 从旧石器时代到轴心时代 = Religion in human evolution : from the paleolithic to the Axial age
Author:
Bellah, Robert N., 1927-2013.
Publication Info:
北京大学出版社, 2024
ISBN:
9787301342121
Library Holding:
G/F B3 New Arrivals, BL 256 Bel 2024
In "Religion in human evolution : from the paleolithic to the Axial age " renowned social anthropologist Robert Bellah offers a groundbreaking exploration of religious development from the Paleolithic to the Axial Age. Drawing on extensive interdisciplinary research, Bellah meticulously traces how religious practices and beliefs have fundamentally shaped human social structures and meaning-making processes. This comprehensive work transcends traditional scholarly boundaries, providing profound insights into the complex relationship between human spiritual experience and cultural evolution.
"安国之道" : 英国的殖民情报系统及其在亚洲的扩张 = The imperial security state : british colonial knowledge and empire-building in Asia
Author:
Hevia, James Louis, 1947-
Publication Info:
社会科学文献出版社, 2024
ISBN:
9787522832937
Library Holding:
G/F B3 New Arrivals, UB 251 G7 Hev 2024
"The imperial security state : british colonial knowledge and empire-building in Asia" by He Weiya offers a groundbreaking approach to imperial studies, drawing inspiration from Foucault to explore British colonial governance in India. Focusing on military intelligence documents from 1880-1940, the book reveals the intricate mechanisms of imperial knowledge production and control. Through meticulous analysis of route books and military reports, the author unveils the complex strategies of colonial intelligence gathering, providing a nuanced understanding of imperial power dynamics.
游戏的力量 : 游戏如何塑造我们的世界 = Playing with reality : how games have shaped our world
Author:
Clancy, Kelly (Neuroscientist)
Publication Info:
机械工业出版社, 2025
ISBN:
9787111768517
Library Holding:
G/F C1 Circulation Counter : Items on Reserve, GV 1200 Cla 2025
"Playing with reality : how games have shaped our world" by Kelly Clancy offers a groundbreaking exploration of games as a fundamental human experience. Examining play through interdisciplinary lenses, the book reveals how games profoundly influence cognitive development, social interactions, and cultural evolution. Clancy demonstrates that play is not merely entertainment, but a critical mechanism for learning, innovation, and understanding complex systems, challenging readers to reconsider the transformative potential of play in human society.