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"In situ" is a Latin phrase that means "in the original position". By conducting in situ research, people can discover how the research object has developed an intimate relationship of mutual dependence with its environment and nearby species on the same land for generations. Ecologist Zong Bai conducted a year-and-a-half-long on-site ecological survey in the deepest and most mysterious place in the city, collecting rare and mysterious species in the mountains. With the mountain as a boundary, the weather suddenly changed when they went up the mountain. One day, a strange woman of unknown identity suddenly appeared in the thick fog. She never revealed her true identity and always had a new name every time she went up the mountain. Zong Bai and her met and began to entangle. Down below the mountain, there was frequent constructions, while up in the mountain, it was like a paradise. The two of them were accompanied by flowers, trees, insects, and small animals until one day, the woman suddenly disappeared... Human Ip, who is good at writing about natural ecology and has published the "Looking for Flora - Hong Kong Native Plant Notes" and "Looking for Fauna - Hong Kong Wildlife Notes" series, describes a fascinating mountain world in the novel. What kind of relationship does a researcher who is far away from the real society have with a mysterious woman of an unpredictable whereabouts? Why does the woman insist on going up the mountain despite the danger? When the world develops too fast, how can we coexist with nature? In "In situ", there are illustrations of animals and plants drawn in the style of natural history illustrations, accompanied by captions. The book also includes a collection of illustrations of animals and plants, which can help readers learn more about the local natural ecology of Hong Kong. The book also includes "The Spirit of Burning Water", "The King of Horses", and "Killing Bandits" which won the Youth Literature Award in 2005.
- AuthorHuman Ip
- PublisherP.PLUS
- Publication Date2019
Craftsmen speak through their works, fearless of the test of time, leaving behind the testament of the era. This book contains three novels, telling the memories of craftsmen who have experienced the changes of the times. The story Haircut spans three places, namely Lingnan, Jiangnan and Southwest. The time goes from the present back to the period of Southwest Associated University. This book focuses on the rise and fall of the hairdressing industry, the competition between the Cantonese and Shanghai groups of hairdressers, the confrontation and reconciliation between father and son, while outlining the vast historical picture of Hong Kong. The story "Shu Jiang" presents the ups and downs of the ancient book restoration masters in the two places. "If you don't meet a good craftsman, you would rather keep the old things." It’s about using craftsmanship to help others and oneself in life. The story "Wa Mao" tells the legendary story of the four generations of the pottery family who specializes in making statues of the god beast Wa Mao, where the spirit of the craftsman and the tradition of intellectuals shine on each other... The essence of craftsmen lies in their strict adherence to traditions and the inheritance of skills. In the changing times, the creations of true craftsmanship last forever and stand the test of time.
- AuthorGe Liang
- PublisherJoint Publishing
- Publication Date2022
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""A rare mythological novel from Hong Kong! This book is a mythological fantasy story written based on Chinese literature, ancient myths, and legends! This book, from ancient times to the present, from myth to reality, combines the arrogance of Western mythology and the subtlety of Chinese culture's familial and romantic love! The author uses delicate words to write a wide-ranging fantasy world into a brand new mythological story! It is a must-read work for students!
- AuthorTsz Kwan
- PublisherSuper Media Publishing Co., Ltd.
- Publication Date2019
This book, a compilation and revision of "Time Elf I" and "Time Elf II", offers a rare mythological novel experience in Hong Kong, providing thrilling reading pleasure. Spanning from ancient times to the present, it blends Western mythology's grandeur with Chinese culture's subtlety and affection. Well-known stories like the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl meeting on the Qixi Festival and the Yellow Emperor's battle with Chiyou are cleverly integrated into the novel. With delicate language, the author crafts a vast and imaginative world, creating a must-read mythological story for students.
- AuthorTsz Kwan
- PublisherSuper Media Publishing Co., Ltd.
- Publication Date2022
This book is a compilation and revision of ""Time Elf III"" and ""Time Elf IV"", a rare mythological novel in Hong Kong, giving you a thrilling reading pleasure! The story of this book comes to its final chapter! The flood gushes out from the ground, and other disasters follow one after another, and humans seek help from the mother goddess Nuwa in their suffering. The disaster of heaven and earth can be remedied by the mother goddess Nuwa, but which god can mend the broken heart? The author writes a brand new mythological story with delicate words and a broad artistic conception! It is a must-read work for students!
- AuthorTsz Kwan
- PublisherSuper Media Publishing Co., Ltd.
- Publication Date2022
This book is a tragic story inspired by the real-life case of the "Scarf Door Clamp 6-year-old Girl". It explores the aftermath of a fatal accident involving two sisters, one of whom is blamed for the tragedy and lives in perpetual gloom. Through this protagonist's journey, the author reflects on distorted social realities in Hong Kong, creating a thought-provoking novel. The story delves into the struggles of wounded hearts and the eternal torment of souls trapped in resentment. Ultimately, it poses questions about true healing and redemption.
- AuthorZi Jun
- PublisherSuper Media Publishing Co., Ltd.
- Publication Date2019