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How did the promotion of Western medicine in early colonial Hong Kong impact the local Chinese population? What were the conflicts and compromises experienced during the process of adopting Western medical practices? This book is a groundbreaking exploration of the history of Western medicine in Hong Kong. Drawing from extensive original archives, the book traces the development of Western medicine in the region from the early colonial period to the establishment of the Hospital Authority over 150 years.
- AuthorLaw Yuen-han
- PublisherChung Hwa Book Co., (H.K.) Ltd.
- Publication Date2018
In the 1960s, Hong Kong artist Lui Shou-kwan spearheaded the ""New Ink Movement,"" blending Western artistic influences and technology with traditional Chinese ink techniques. This fusion aimed to create a unique ""Hong Kong Art"" experience, reflecting the spirit of local artists during the colonial era. Through insightful interviews with six prominent Hong Kong visual artists - Kan Tai-keung, Aser But, Lui Chun-kwong, Kong Kai-ming, Leung Kui-ting, and Choi Yan-chi - this book delves into the profound impact of the ""New Ink Movement"" on the development of Hong Kong's visual art language since the 1970s. By exploring their perspectives, readers gain a deeper understanding of the historical trajectory of Hong Kong's visual art scene during the 1970s and 1980s.
- AuthorMan Kit Wah
- PublisherThe Commercial Press
- Publication Date2018
The book "Hong Kong Food Chronicles - Chinese Cuisine" covers Cantonese, Chaozhou, Zhejiang, Jiangsu, Sichuan, Shandong and other cuisines. Using Hong Kong's various Chinese restaurants as a framework, it systematically discusses all aspects of Chinese cuisine. From menu design to food preparation, from seasonal ingredients to the exquisite interpretations of past chefs... The author has carefully observed and accumulated experience over the years, and with the guidance of a keen sense of taste, has written these articles to share the flavors of food. The text is not a superficial review, but rather the author's insightful views on different regions, cuisines, and eras. The breadth of knowledge contained within is something that readers can savor slowly after reading the text.
- AuthorXu Cheng
- PublisherJoint Publishing
- Publication Date2022
The author has tasted various cuisines from all over the world, including Asia, Europe, and America, and has become a tasteful foodie. In "Hong Kong Food Talk - Global Cuisine", the taste covers Japanese, Korean, Indian, Italian, French, South American, and even creative molecular cuisine. As soon as you enter the restaurant, it is the beginning of a sensory experience. First, feel the atmosphere of the environment, and then explore the historical context of the restaurant, and then explore the characteristics of the cuisine. From the control of ingredients by each chef, and the framework of integrating cooking techniques, you will slowly feel how each dish is constructed into the theme story of the restaurant. The author has the ability to tell stories, conveying experiential knowledge, visual experience, and taste imagination with words.
- AuthorXu Cheng
- PublisherJoint Publishing
- Publication Date2022
Discover the vibrant spiritual world of Hong Kong with the newly revised edition of the "Hong Kong Gods: Origins, Temples and Worship." Over ten years of meticulous research, the author has visited every temple in the city, documenting the origins, characteristics, and functions of over 200 gods. This comprehensive guide with colourful illustrations not only enriches the study of local culture but also allows readers to explore their favourite temples and learn about the fascinating cultural backgrounds of the gods.
- AuthorChow Shu Kai
- PublisherChung Hwa Book Co., (H.K.) Ltd.
- Publication Date2021
Since the opening of Hong Kong, gambling has been diverse and mixed with Chinese and Western characteristics. There are all kinds of gambling, from holding mahjong tiles and playing "Heaven Nine" cards to betting on horse racing. Looking back at the development of gambling in Hong Kong, from a malignant poison in the past to a popular leisure and entertainment activity today, who was behind the promotion of local gambling in Hong Kong, which led to a big gambling craze that continues to this day? Mr. Lu Jin, a famous Hong Kong storyteller, has compiled a brief history of Hong Kong gambling by combing through ancient literature, government announcements, and collecting local folklore and rumors. The content is in-depth and easy to understand. The development of Hong Kong's gambling industry, including gambling venues, laws, gambling equipment, types of gambling, and even government-run gambling, are all explained in detail for readers.
- AuthorLu Kam
- PublisherJoint Publishing
- Publication Date2023