Crossing Cultures and Time - The Evolution of Macau's Portuguese

In this book, the author explores the historical significance of the arrival of the Portuguese in Macau and its impact on identity. The Macanese, a unique group with mixed Portuguese, African, Indian, Malaysian, and Japanese heritage, played a vital role in global trade and cultural communication. Over time, the Macanese diaspora spread around the world, and their identity and cultural recognition gradually weakened. However, the author, a Macanese, aims to preserve their history and culture as a testament to the times. Celebrity endorsements highlight the Macanese as a bridge between Chinese and Portuguese cultures, possessing a distinct language, cuisine, traditions, and shared historical memory. The book offers a fresh perspective on the interaction between China, Portugal, and Macau, showcasing its cultural soft power as a bridge between East and West. It also acknowledges the perseverance and adaptability of the Macanese, making them exemplary representatives of 21st-century global labor migration.