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Weekly Picks (2026-09-09)

宋代海上丝绸之路与东西美术交流 = Artistic exchange between east-west along the Song dynastry maritine silk road
Author: 冯青
Subject: Art, Chinese AND Silk Road
Publication Info: 商务印书馆, 2025
ISBN: 9787100247955
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts, N 7343.4 Fen 2025
Drawing on archaeological discoveries and a cross-cultural perspective, this book explores artistic exchanges along the Maritime Silk Road during the Song Dynasty. Through examples ranging from Japanese calligraphy and Goryeo celadon to Persian glassware and Hindu stone carvings in Quanzhou, it reveals how ideas, styles, and technologies traveled across regions. Highly recommended for readers interested in art history, cultural interaction, and the Silk Road, it offers a fascinating view of the global connections that shaped Chinese art.
何谓明治 = [What Is the Meiji Era?]
Author: 色川大吉, 1925-2021
Subject: Japan AND Meiji period
Publication Info: 上海译文出版社, 2025
ISBN: 9787532797752
Library Holding: 3/F C2 History & Geography, DS 822.3 Iro 2025
Using the discovery of a forgotten grassroots constitutional draft from early Meiji Japan as its starting point, this book offers a fresh perspective on Japanese modernization. Rather than focusing solely on political elites, it highlights ordinary citizens, local intellectuals, and freedom-rights activists who envisioned alternative futures for the nation. Rich in historical evidence and compelling stories, it reveals a lesser-known side of the Meiji era. Highly recommended for readers interested in Japanese history, democracy, and social transformation.
Bursting our epistemic bubbles : on trust, inquiry, and epistemic communities
Author: Rabenberg, Heather
Subject: Social epistemology AND Epistemics
Publication Info: Routledge Taylor & Francis Group, 2025
ISBN: 9781032621029
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts, BD 175 Rab 2025
This book examines how personalized online environments create epistemic bubbles and echo chambers that shape what we know and whom we trust. Drawing on social epistemology, the author argues that inquiry and trust are not opposing forces but complementary practices essential to healthy epistemic communities. By rethinking how knowledge is formed collectively, the book offers valuable insights into polarization, misinformation, and public discourse. Highly recommended for readers interested in philosophy, media studies, and critical thinking in the digital age.
記憶決定你是誰 : 探索心智基礎, 學習如何記憶 = Why we remember : unlocking memory's power to hold on to what matters
Author: Ranganath, Charan
Subject: Memory AND Cognition
Publication Info: 遠見天下文化, 2024
ISBN: 9786263558601
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts, BF 371 Ran 2024
This book explores the science of memory and reveals how it shapes our identity, relationships, learning, and future decisions. Drawing on neuroscience, psychology, and real-life case studies, the author explains why forgetting can be beneficial, how memories are reconstructed, and how social interactions influence what we remember. Challenging common misconceptions, it presents memory as a dynamic process rather than a simple record of the past. Highly recommended for readers interested in brain science, personal growth, and effective learning.
Getting over ourselves : moving beyond a culture of burnout, loneliness, and narcissism
Author: Congleton, Christina
Subject: Psychology AND Self-actualization
Publication Info: John Wiley & Sons, 2025
ISBN: 9781394332304
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts, BF 637 S4 Con 2025
This book challenges the popular culture of endless self-improvement, arguing that burnout, loneliness, and dissatisfaction cannot be solved through productivity hacks alone. Drawing on developmental psychology, Christina Congleton explores how excessive individualism limits personal and collective flourishing. She offers practical frameworks for building deeper connections, resilience, and a stronger sense of belonging. Highly recommended for students, professionals, and anyone seeking a more meaningful approach to growth, well-being, and leadership in an increasingly complex world.
Think remarkable : 9 paths to transform your life and make a difference
Author: Kawasaki, Guy, 1954-
Subject: Motivation AND Self-perception
Publication Info: John Wiley & Sons, 2025
ISBN: 9781394328253
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts, BF 697.5 S43 Kaw 2025
Drawing on decades of experience with leading organizations such as Apple, Google, Canva, and Wikipedia, this book presents nine pathways to achieving a remarkable life. Through inspiring stories and interviews with innovators, leaders, and changemakers, the authors demonstrate how resilience, curiosity, courage, and meaningful connections can unlock human potential. Rather than focusing solely on personal success, it encourages readers to make a positive impact on others. Highly recommended for students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and aspiring leaders seeking purposeful growth.
Completing your research project : a guide for the social sciences
Author: Brookfield, Charlotte
Subject: Research AND Methodology
Publication Info: Sage, 2025
ISBN: 9781529617092
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts, LB 2369 Bro 2025
This book provides a clear and comprehensive guide to the entire social science research process, from project planning and data collection to analysis, interpretation, and final write-up. Designed for students and novice researchers, it combines practical advice with structured learning tools such as checklists, exercises, and further reading suggestions. Its step-by-step approach makes complex research tasks more manageable and accessible. Highly recommended for undergraduate and postgraduate students seeking to develop strong research, analytical, and academic writing skills.
經濟學人英文寫作指南 : 如何寫出精簡又有風格的英文 = Writing with style : the economist guide
Author: Greene, Robert Lane
Subject: English language AND Rhetoric
Publication Info: 經濟新潮社, 2025
ISBN: 9786267736074
Library Holding: 2/F C2 Language & Literature, PE 1408 Gre 2025
Written by The Economist’s language columnist Lane Greene, this updated guide offers practical advice on writing with clarity, precision, and style. Covering grammar, punctuation, numbers, editing, and modern language challenges, it helps readers communicate effectively without sacrificing nuance or sensitivity. With its clear structure and engaging examples, the book makes writing principles accessible to a wide audience. Highly recommended for students, researchers, professionals, and anyone seeking to improve the impact and elegance of their written communication.
Future human : consciousness, cognition and the role of human insight in an AI future
Author: Tan, Tony
Subject: Artificial intelligence AND Moral and ethical aspects
Publication Info: World Scientific, 2025
ISBN: 9789811298981
Library Holding: 3/F A2 Science & Medicine, Q 334.7 Tan 2025
This book explores the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and humanity, examining how consciousness, cognition, and human insight will shape the future. Drawing on the author’s extensive experience in the AI industry, it explains complex technological developments in an accessible way while addressing ethical, social, and regulatory challenges. Rather than viewing AI as a replacement for humans, it highlights its potential to amplify human capabilities. Highly recommended for students, professionals, and anyone interested in the future of technology and society.
AI時代的提問力 prompt literacy : 精準提問、正確下指令, 善用AI的最大潛力! = AI時代の質問力 : プロンプトリテラシー「問い」と「指示」が生成AIの可能性を最大限に引き出す
Author: 岡瑞起
Subject: Artificial intelligence AND Data processing
Publication Info: 經濟新潮社, 2025
ISBN: 9786267736036
Library Holding: 3/F A2 Science & Medicine, Q 335.5 Oka 2025
As generative AI becomes increasingly integrated into daily life and work, the ability to communicate effectively with AI is emerging as a crucial skill. This book introduces the fundamentals of large language models, prompt engineering, prompt patterns, trigger prompts, and AI agents. Through practical examples, it demonstrates how well-designed prompts can improve the quality and relevance of AI-generated responses. Highly recommended for students, researchers, and professionals seeking to enhance their AI literacy and maximize the benefits of human-AI collaboration.
Introduction to text analytics : a guide for digital humanities & social sciences
Author: Öhman, Emily
Subject: Text data mining AND Quantitative research
Publication Info: Sage, 2025
ISBN: 9781529620054
Library Holding: 3/F A2 Science & Medicine, QA 76.9 D343 Ohm 2025
This book provides an accessible introduction to text analytics for students and early-career researchers in the digital humanities and social sciences. Combining theoretical foundations with practical applications, it guides readers through text mining, qualitative data analysis, and critical evaluation of research data. Real-world case studies, reflective exercises, and online resources help build confidence and transferable analytical skills. Highly recommended for those seeking a clear, step-by-step pathway to developing expertise in text analysis and data-driven research.
How to do your literature review
Author: Thomas, Gary, 1950-
Subject: Research AND Methodology
Publication Info: Sage, 2025
ISBN: 9781529673036
Library Holding: G/F Zone A Exhibition Area, H 62 Tho 2025
This book provides a practical, step-by-step guide to producing a high-quality literature review. Covering every stage of the process, from defining a research scope and locating sources to evaluating, synthesizing, and presenting findings, it helps readers develop essential research skills with confidence. The inclusion of real-world examples, hands-on activities, and guidance on the ethical use of AI tools makes it particularly relevant today. Highly recommended for students and early-career researchers seeking a strong foundation in academic research.