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Weekly Picks (2026-09-30)

AI时代50个心理学关键字 : 重新解读快速变动的现代生活与人类行为 = The new psychology : the 50 newest concepts that are shaping how we live and work
Author: Furnham, Adrian
Subject: Psychology
Publication Info: 商周出版, 2025
ISBN: 9786263905948
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts, BF 145 Fur 2025
In a world shaped by rapid technological and social change, this book explores fifty of the most important contemporary topics in psychology. From FOMO, imposter syndrome, and highly sensitive personality traits to artificial intelligence, neurodiversity, and the replication crisis, it explains how modern psychology helps us understand human behavior and society. Written in a clear and engaging style, it bridges research and everyday life. Highly recommended for students, professionals, and anyone interested in psychology and self-understanding.
點解學校無教過人生意義科? = [Why Didn't School Ever Teach Us the Meaning of Life?]
Author: 崖柏
Subject: Psychology AND Self-actualization
Publication Info: 亮光文化, 2025
ISBN: 9789888884681
Library Holding: G/F B3 New Arrivals, BF 637 S4 Yai 2025
Why do so many people ask, “What is the point of all this?” This book explores the search for meaning through the lens of psychology and everyday life. Drawing on clinical experience, the author examines feelings of emptiness, uncertainty, and self-doubt while offering practical perspectives for self-discovery. Rather than providing a single answer, it encourages readers to explore their own values, goals, and purpose. Highly recommended for anyone seeking greater self-understanding and a more meaningful life.
給予 : 華頓商學院最具影響力教授, 創造人際紅利的處世策略 = Give and take : why helping others drives our success
Author: Grant, Adam, 1981-
Subject: Social networks AND Interpersonal relations
Publication Info: 平安文化, 2025
ISBN: 9786267650684
Library Holding: G/F B3 New Arrivals, BF 637 S8 Gra 2025
Can generosity be a pathway to success? Drawing on extensive research and compelling real-life stories, this book challenges the belief that self-interest is the key to achievement. The author identifies three interaction styles: givers, takers, and matchers, and demonstrates how generous individuals often build stronger networks, earn lasting trust, and achieve long-term success. Combining psychology, leadership, and workplace insights, it offers practical lessons for personal and professional growth. Highly recommended for students, professionals, and aspiring leaders.
"黄河大合唱"简史 = [A Brief History of the Yellow River Cantata]
Author: 黄炜
Subject: Cantatas AND Secular
Publication Info: 中国人民大学出版社, 2025
ISBN: 9787300339054
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts, M 1530 Hua 2025
This book presents a concise yet comprehensive history of The Yellow River Cantata, one of the most influential musical works in modern Chinese history. Tracing its creation by Guang Weiran and Xian Xinghai in wartime Yan’an, it explores the circumstances behind its composition, performances, dissemination, and enduring legacy over more than eighty years. Rich in historical detail and scholarly research, it reveals how the work became a symbol of national resilience and cultural identity. Highly recommended for readers interested in music, history, and cultural heritage.
澳門管樂歷史追蹤 1600-1950 = Tracing the history of wind bands in Macau
Author: 戴定澄, 1957-
Subject: Music AND History
Publication Info: 三聯書店 (香港) , 2025
ISBN: 9789620457111
Library Holding: G/F B3 New Arrivals, ML 531.8 M3 Tai 2025
This book traces the history of wind band culture in Macau from 1600 to 1950, highlighting its role as a gateway for musical exchange between East and West. Drawing on historical documents, archival records, and musicological research, it explores the development of military bands, police bands, municipal ensembles, and school bands. The authors reveal how Macau became a unique crossroads of cultures and musical traditions. Highly recommended for readers interested in Macau studies, music history, and intercultural exchange.
On design : theory, history, education and practice
Author: Balcioğlu, Tevfik
Subject: Design
Publication Info: Bloomsbury Visual Arts, 2024
ISBN: 9781350359314
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts, NK 1525 Bal 2024
This book brings together a curated selection of essays written over three decades by renowned design scholar Tevfik Balcioglu. Covering design history, theory, education, and practice, it examines the effects of industrialization, globalization, and technological change on design cultures. Through examples from Turkey, the United Kingdom, and beyond, the author explores the relationship between local traditions and global developments, as well as the evolving role of design education. Highly recommended for students, educators, researchers, and design professionals.
Doing media research
Author: Stevenson, Michael, 1979-
Subject: Mass media AND Methodology
Publication Info: Sage, 2025
ISBN: 9781529602050
Library Holding: 2/F C2 Language & Literature, P 91.3 Ste 2025
This book offers a comprehensive and practical guide to media research, taking readers through every stage of the research process, from formulating questions and selecting sources to conducting analyses and presenting findings. Integrating qualitative and quantitative methods, global case studies, and discussions of contemporary issues such as social media ethics, it provides a well-rounded understanding of how media research is conducted today. Highly recommended for students, educators, and researchers seeking a clear, engaging, and reliable introduction to media studies research.
Data visualisation : a handbook for data driven design
Author: Kirk, Andy
Subject: Statistics AND Data design
Publication Info: Sage, 2025
ISBN: 9781529626544
Library Holding: 3/F A2 Science & Medicine, QA 76.9 I52 Kir 2025
In an age driven by data, effective visual communication is more important than ever. This book provides a comprehensive guide to the theory, design, and practice of data visualization, helping readers transform complex information into meaningful visual stories. Featuring more than 200 examples, 40 chart types, and practical advice on data analysis and presentation, it emphasizes critical thinking as the foundation of good design decisions. Highly recommended for students, researchers, designers, and professionals working with data-rich environments.
尼采與生命: 一部新的哲學史 = [Nietzsche and Life: A New History of Philosophy]
Author: Stiegler, Barbara
Subject: Philosophy, Modern AND Nietzsche
Publication Info: 上海人民出版社, 2025
ISBN: 9787208198210
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts, B 3318 L45 Sti 2025
This book offers a fresh interpretation of Friedrich Nietzsche by examining his engagement with biology, evolution, and the question of life. Drawing on lesser-known writings and manuscripts, Barbara Stiegler reveals how Nietzsche challenged traditional metaphysics and developed a new way of thinking about the body, adaptation, and living processes. The book also traces his influence on thinkers such as Bergson and Foucault. Highly recommended for readers interested in philosophy, intellectual history, and contemporary debates on life and society.
孙中山港澳台及国外革命活动寻踪 = [Tracing Sun Yat-sen's Revolutionary Activities in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and Abroad]
Author: 曹必宏
Subject: China AND Biography
Publication Info: 九州出版社, 2025
ISBN: 9787522531083
Library Holding: 3/F C2 History & Geography, DS 777 Sun 2025
Richly illustrated with more than 300 historical photographs and archival images, this book traces Sun Yat-sen’s revolutionary activities across Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Asia, the Americas, and Europe. It reveals how decades of travel, political organization, and international networking contributed to China’s revolutionary transformation. Combining historical narrative with visual documentation, it provides readers with a vivid understanding of Sun’s global influence and dedication to national renewal. Highly recommended for readers interested in modern Chinese history, biography, and transnational historical connections.