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Weekly Picks (2026-04-08)

自西徂東 : 中國近代基督新教明信片研究 = A study on protestant postcards in modern China
Author: 姚鵬, 1956-
Subject: Protestant churches--China--History--Pictorial works AND
Publication Info: 三聯書店(香港), 2024
ISBN: 9789620453519
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts, BR 1287 Yao 2024
This study examines Protestant missionary postcards from late Qing and early Republican China, presenting a visual history of Christian evangelization across the nation. Beginning with Morrison's pioneering work, Protestant missionaries from various denominations and Western countries established missions from Mongolia to the South China Sea. Through precious postcard images, the book systematically documents Lutheran, Calvinist, Anglican, Congregationalist, Baptist, Methodist, and other Protestant missions. It reveals how these missionaries promoted the Gospel through healthcare, education, and social services, gaining remarkable acceptance among Chinese intellectuals and scholars.
你在煩惱什麼呢? : 大學諮商心理師給你的陪伴之書, 關於成長的疼痛與焦慮=[What are you worried about? : A book of companionship from a university counseling psychologist, about the pain and anxiety of growing up]
Author: 李家雯
Subject: Youth--Conduct of life AND College students--Conduct of life
Publication Info: 悅知文化, 2024
ISBN: 9786267406731
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts, LB 2343 Li 2024
Written by counseling psychologist Heidi Li based on 15 years of campus experience, this guide addresses university students' struggles with academic pressure, relationships, family dynamics, and identity. The author reframes "apathy" as deep longing masked by anxiety. Using Adlerian psychology and practical exercises, she helps readers understand their psychological patterns and reclaim self-worth. This book serves as both a companion and actionable workbook, offering 21 evidence-based practices. It reassures young adults that current confusion is temporary, and empowers them to discover their unique brilliance.
中國傳統建築十五講=[Fifteen Lectures on Traditional Chinese Architecture]
Author: 方擁
Subject: Architecture--China AND
Publication Info: 三聯書店(香港), 2025
ISBN: 9789620457357
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts, NA 1540 Fan 2025
Written by renowned architect Fang Yong, director of Beijing University's Architecture Research Center, this scholarly work provides profound insights into Chinese traditional architectural philosophy. Rather than glorifying grand buildings, it explores the intellectual foundations underlying classical architecture. Through systematic analysis of terminology, compositional elements, spatial design, and aesthetic principles, the book reveals how ancient Chinese concepts such as "humble dwellings" integrate with ecological philosophy. Integrating geographical, climatic, social, and historical perspectives, this comprehensive treatise bridges traditional wisdom with contemporary architectural thinking.
Theories in second language acquisition : an introduction
Author: Edited by Bill VanPatten, Gregory D. Keating and Stefanie Wulff.
Subject: Second language acquisition AND
Publication Info: Routledge, 2025
ISBN: 9781032792361
Library Holding: G/F C1 Circulation Counter (Borrowing Desk) : Items on Reserve, P 118.2 The 2025
This authoritative introduction to Second Language Acquisition theories is co-authored by renowned linguists Bill VanPatten, Gregory D. Keating, and Stefanie Wulff. The book systematically presents major theoretical frameworks in SLA, including language processing, parsing mechanisms, and formal property acquisition. Integrating cognitive science with cutting-edge linguistic perspectives, it offers accessible yet rigorous explanations of language learning processes. An essential resource for linguistics students, educators, and language learners seeking comprehensive understanding of SLA theories to inform teaching and learning practices.
川端康成 三島由紀夫 往復書簡 : 日本兩大文豪的靈魂對話=[Letters between Yasunari Kawabata and Yukio Mishima: A Soul-Searching Dialogue Between Two Great Japanese Literary Figures]
Author: 川端康成, 1899-1972
Subject: Kawabata Yasunari,--1899-1972--Correspondence AND Mishima, Yukio,--1925-1970--Correspondence
Publication Info: 遠足文化, 2024
ISBN: 9786263145801
Library Holding: G/F B3 New Arrivals, PL 832 A9 Kaw 2024
This remarkable collection presents ninety-four complete letters between Yasunari Kawabata and Yukio Mishima, two titans of Japanese literature. Beginning with the young Mishima seeking guidance from the established Kawabata, their correspondence evolves into intimate intellectual exchange and deep friendship. They discuss literary craft, share personal struggles, and support each other's creative endeavors. However, tensions emerge after Kawabata's Nobel Prize, revealing Mishima's ambition and vulnerability. These letters provide invaluable insights into their artistic development, personal lives, and the dramatic turning point before Mishima's tragic demise.
從閨閣到報館 : 中國早期婦女報刊中的女性公共話語 (1898-1937) = Beyond the boudoir : the emergence of female public discourse in Chinese women's press (1898-1937)
Author: 馬育新
Subject: Women journalists--China--History--20th century AND Women's periodicals, Chinese--History--20th century
Publication Info: 香港中文大學出版社, 2025
ISBN: 9789882373662
Library Holding: 2/F C2 Language & Literature, PN 5367 W58 Ma 2025
This groundbreaking work examines over a hundred women's journals across Beijing, Tianjin, Shanghai, and Tokyo between 1898-1937. Author Ma Yuxin traces the remarkable transformation of women from confined scholars to professional journalists. The book reveals diverse groups—Christian women, liberal feminists, and progressive reformers—collectively carving a space for women's public expression in male-dominated society. Female journalists navigated national crises and personal concerns, championing women's liberation and social change through their writing. This scholarly work honors the forgotten voices of pioneering women who shaped modern feminism.
人工智能知识产权保护 : 挑战及应对 = Challenges and countermeasures intellectual property protection of artificial intelligence
Author: 何炼红
Subject: Intellectual property--China AND Science and law--China
Publication Info: 法律出版社, 2024
ISBN: 9787519786595
Library Holding: 4/F C1 Law & Public Administration, KNQ 1155 He 2024
As AI transforms creativity and innovation, traditional intellectual property laws face unprecedented challenges. This essential volume, edited by Professor Cui Guobin, systematically analyzes the legal complexities of AI-generated content. It explores critical issues such as copyright ownership, patentability of algorithms, and data mining boundaries. By integrating theoretical frameworks with domestic and international case studies, the book provides strategic insights into balancing technological advancement with the protection of original works in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
五四女性 : 現代中國女權主義先行者 = Women in the Chinese enlightenment : oral and textual histories
Author: 王政, 1952-
Subject: Women--China--Social conditions AND Feminism--China
Publication Info: 香港中文大學出版社, 2025
ISBN: 9789882373266
Library Holding: 4/F C1 Law & Public Administration, HQ 1767 Wan 2025
Five pioneering Chinese women emerge from historical obscurity—a principal, lawyer, editor, educator, and revolutionary. Through oral histories and archival research, this book reveals how these intellectual leaders actively shaped modern China, not as passive victims but as champions of women's liberation and social transformation. Their stories expose the historical complexities of Chinese feminism, illuminating the profound tensions between patriotism and women's rights, individual freedom and national duty, challenging male-centered narratives of the May Fourth era.
蘋果才沒有砸在牛頓頭上! : 長久以來被誤解的科學故事大解密 = Et la pomme ne tomba pas sur la tête de Newton : Ces petits mensonges qui ont fait l'histoire des sciences
Author: Houlou-Garcia, Antoine
Subject: Science--History AND Science--History--Anecdotes
Publication Info: 商周出版, 2025
ISBN: 9786263905238
Library Holding: G/F B3 New Arrivals, Q 125 Hou 2025
Discover the truth behind legendary scientific myths! This captivating book debunks eleven famous stories from history of science, from Newton's apple to Archimedes' eureka moment. Author Antoine Houlou-Garcia reveals how these tales have been carefully crafted and romanticized. Rather than presenting scientists as infallible geniuses, the book showcases their humanity—their errors, struggles, and collaborative efforts. It explores overlooked contributions of female scientists and challenges Western-centric narratives in science history. Perfect for curious minds seeking critical thinking skills and understanding how scientific knowledge truly develops through continuous exploration and debate.
Empire of AI : dreams and nightmares in Sam Altman's OpenAI
Author: Hao, Karen
Subject: OpenAI (Firm) AND Artificial intelligence
Publication Info: Penguin Press, 2025
ISBN: 9780593657508
Library Holding: 3/F A2 Science & Medicine, Q 334.7 Hao 2025
The first comprehensive exposé of OpenAI's rise to dominance, written by award-winning journalist Karen Hao. With meticulous research and intimate access, this book uncovers the untold stories behind the AI arms race reshaping our world. Beyond Silicon Valley glamour, it reveals how AI development exploits global South workers, traces founder Sam Altman's ambitions, and questions the concentration of technological power. Drawing from five years of investigative journalism, Hao presents AI not as progress, but as empire-building with profound consequences.
危機中現轉機 : 晚清廣府移民與國家=Opportunity in crisis : Cantonese migrants and the state in late Qing China
Author: Miles, Steven B., 1964-
Subject: Migration, Internal--China--Kuang Tung Province--History--19th century AND China--History--Qing dynasty, 1644-1912
Publication Info: 香港大學出版社, 2025
ISBN: 9789888876945
Library Holding: 4/F A1 Business Administration, HC 428 K7 Mil 2025
This groundbreaking work reexamines late-Qing history through the lens of Cantonese migration. Rather than portraying this era solely as national decline, it reveals a period of Cantonese diaspora expansion—connecting domestic westward migration with overseas emigration. Tracing violent conflicts, the establishment of a Cantonese-led anti-Qing regime during the Taiping Rebellion, and subsequent state recovery, the book demonstrates how Cantonese merchants became vital to imperial finances while reshaping frontier politics.