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This book covers various aspects of Kowloon's early urban development, education history, character interviews, art education, and literature, leading readers to revisit familiar streets and attractions, explore the footprints of the times, and trace how art education in various schools in Kowloon creates a community cultural and artistic atmosphere.
- AuthorLiu Ying, Lee Chi Kin, Chan Chi Tak
- PublisherChung Hwa Book Co., (H.K.) Ltd.
- Publication Date2021
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This book explores the history and future of textbooks, showcasing a selection of textbooks from the late Qing Dynasty to the 1970s. With over 200 images, it is divided into four chapters. "The Story of Textbooks" examines the characteristics of textbooks across different time periods. "Textbooks of Different Subjects" highlights the changes and constants in various subjects over the years. "The Design of Textbooks" analyzes the technical advancements and underlying ideologies in illustrations and bookbinding. Lastly, "Textbooks and Education" reflects on the interplay between textbooks and education, as well as their future. By delving into the pages of these textbooks, readers are invited to revisit classrooms of the past and gain a new perspective on educational history.
- AuthorChung Yen-chi
- PublisherChung Hwa Book Co., (H.K.) Ltd.
- Publication Date2021
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In the past, Mui Wo was synonymous with Lantau Island for the people of Hong Kong, serving as the gateway to the popular weekend destination. However, the opening of the Tung Chung Line of the MTR has altered its significance, and now, the area is mainly associated with stray cattle. These cattle, both beloved and resented, represent the latest transformation in Mui Wo. The authors of this book share stories passed down from the past, combined with historical materials and interviews, to offer a unique perspective on the area's centuries-old villages, the plight of abandoned cattle, and the diverse inhabitants of Mui Wo.
- AuthorQiu Yi, Gan Shuirong
- PublisherChung Hwa Book Co., (H.K.) Ltd.
- Publication Date2016
Today, crisis management is a crucial aspect of corporate governance, particularly for Chinese family businesses. These businesses often grapple with intricate personnel dynamics, complex organizational structures, and cumbersome regulations alongside substantial assets, inertia, and inheritance-related disputes. In times of crisis, the focus must shift from individual wealth and prestige to the shared destiny of the family and the business. Mobilizing collective unity to navigate crises becomes paramount. This book features nine research articles examining case studies of prominent family businesses such as Hang Seng Bank, Bank of East Asia, Li & Fung Group, Ho Tung family, Taiwan Koo Chen-fu family, Pou Chen Group, Macau's Zheng Guoying, Lu Jiu, and British-owned Jardine Matheson and Swire Pacific. The studies delve into how these businesses navigate trust, succession, strategic, organizational, market, and financial crises, aiming to offer insights for the sustainable development of Chinese family businesses.
- AuthorCheng Hong Tai, Zhou Wen Gang
- PublisherChung Hwa Book Co., (H.K.) Ltd.
- Publication Date2015
Sima Qian's succinct sixteen-word quote captures the essence of economic theories such as free economy, profit maximization, and rent-seeking. "Coming and Going of Profits" delves into how individuals and families can build successful businesses and pass on their wealth and enterprises across generations. With a focus on the intersection of finance and family, this book presents ten research articles featuring prominent Chinese family businesses, aiming to inspire and provide valuable insights for those navigating the challenges of succession and sustaining family enterprises.
- AuthorCheng Hong Tai, Zhou Wen Gang
- PublisherChung Hwa Book Co., (H.K.) Ltd.
- Publication Date2016
This book offers a captivating journey through Causeway Bay's rich history, unveiling the captivating stories of its commercial streets and the people who shaped them over the past century. From its transformation by Chinese businessmen into a bustling "Little Ginza" hosting Japanese department stores to the subsequent shift into the "mall era," the book paints a vivid picture of commercial prosperity and decline. It preserves the indelible memories of Causeway Bay, showcasing its evolution from a warehouse area to a modern and diverse hub.
- AuthorZhong Baoxian
- PublisherChung Hwa Book Co., (H.K.) Ltd.
- Publication Date2009