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 2025-10-14     LIB     Bulletin / 公告 

 

Capital of mind : the idea of a modern American university

本書深入探討美國高等教育的思想演進，追溯現代大學概念的形成與發展。作者亚当·纳尔逊通过深入研究，揭示大學作為知識生產、社會流動和文化創新的核心機構，如何在不同歷史時期塑造美國社會的智識生態。本書不僅是一部學術史，更是對知識、教育和社會變革之間複雜關係的深入思考。
This book offers a profound exploration of the modern American university’s intellectual foundations. Adam R. Nelson traces the evolution of higher education as a critical institution of knowledge production and social transformation. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of how universities have shaped intellectual landscapes, examining the complex interplay between academic institutions, societal progress, and the production of critical thinking in the American context.

 

 

The ordinal society

本書探討了社會如何透過排序和等級體系建構權力與認同。作者透過詳細分析現代社會中的排名文化，揭示了排名機制如何滲透教育、經濟和社會生活各個層面，影響個人與群體行為。書中結合社會學與經濟學視角，揭示「排序」背後的社會意涵及其對公平與不平等的深遠影響，引發讀者對社會結構及自我認知的深度思考。
This book explores how societies construct power and identity through ranking systems. The authors analyze the pervasive culture of ordinal rankings in education, economy, and social life, revealing how these structures shape individual and group behavior. Combining sociological and economic perspectives, the book illuminates the social meanings behind rankings and their profound effects on fairness and inequality, prompting readers to rethink social structures and self-perception.

  • 主題 Subject：Information society AND Moral and ethical aspects
  • 作者 Author：Fourcade, Marion, 1968- 
  • 出版信息 Pub Info：Harvard University Press, 2024.
  • 館藏信息 Lib Holding：G/F C1 Circulation Counter : Items on Reserve, HM 851 Fou 2024
  • ISBN：9780674971141

 

 

 

解码当代艺术 : 泰特美术馆的视觉密码
= Tate contemporary art decoded

本書揭開當代藝術的神秘面紗，從日常物品如小便池、馬桶到運動鞋，探討藝術的廣泛邊界。作者傑西卡以10個問題解讀藝術密碼，帶領讀者穿越百年藝術歷程，解析杜象、草間彌生等藝術家的代表作，讓讀者重新認識藝術不僅是美學，更是情感表達與社會映射。
This book unravels the mysteries of contemporary art, exploring how everyday objects transform into profound artistic expressions. Through ten insightful questions, author Jessica Cerasi guides readers through a century of artistic evolution, featuring works by renowned artists like Duchamp and Kusama. The book challenges traditional art perceptions, revealing art as a dynamic dialogue between creativity, emotions, and social commentary.

  • 主題 Subject：Art, Modern–21st century AND Appreciation
  • 作者 Author：Cerasi, Jessica
  • 出版信息 Pub Info：中信出版集团股份有限公司, 2024.
  • 館藏信息 Lib Holding：2/F A3 Education & Arts, N 6497 Cer 2024
  • ISBN：9787521762167

 

 

澳门植物物候
= Plant phenology of Macao

本書是一部獨特的植物生態學研究專著，匯集了多年來澳門地區植物生長週期的精細觀測資料。本書系統收錄了111種植物，包括11種蕨類植物（6科7屬）和100種被子植物（40科87屬）。透過詳細記錄植物在不同季節的生長、開花、結果等關鍵時期，為讀者呈現了澳門豐富多樣的植物生態景觀，展現了本地植物王國的生命律動。
This book is a comprehensive ecological study documenting the growth cycles of 111 plant species in the Macau region. Meticulously compiled over years of research, the book features 11 fern species and 100 flowering plants, spanning 6 families and 40 distinct botanical families. It offers a detailed exploration of plant life stages, providing readers with an intricate understanding of Macau’s diverse botanical landscape and the rhythmic patterns of local plant ecosystems.

  • 主題 Subject：Plant phenology–Macau
  • 作者 Author：易绮斐主编
  • 出版信息 Pub Info：中国林业出版社, 2024.
  • 館藏信息 Lib Holding：3/F A2 Science & Medicine, QK 914 Ao 2024
  • ISBN：9787521920352

 

 

虚无主义与技术
= Nihilism and technology

本書深入探討科技時代的人性困境，從尼采哲學視角檢視人與機器的邊界。書中追問：智慧穿戴裝置是否在消解生命的本質？擴增實境遊戲隱藏著怎樣的人性危機？網路暴力和人肉搜尋背後折射出何種社會病態？作者以犀利的哲學洞察力，解構技術發展對人類精神世界的深刻影響，引發讀者對數位時代人性、倫理和存在意義的深度思考。
This book offers a profound philosophical exploration of human-machine boundaries in the digital age. Drawing from Nietzschean perspectives, the book critically examines how wearable technologies, augmented reality, and online behaviors challenge our understanding of humanity. It provocatively dissects the spiritual erosion caused by technological advancement, questioning the essence of human existence in an era of data-driven interactions and virtual experiences, compelling readers to reflect on the ethical implications of our technological future.

 

 

粤港澳大湾区文化产业圈论纲 = Outline of Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area cultural industry circle

本書深入探討粵港澳大灣區文化產業發展的策略路徑與創新模式。書中系統分析區域文化產業的協同發展機制，聚焦文化創意、數位媒體、影視傳播等重點領域。透過整理區域文化資源、解析產業融合路徑，為大灣區文化產業圈建設提供理論架構與實務指導。作者從多維角度，展現粵港澳文化產業跨區域合作的巨大潛力與發展前景。
This book offers a comprehensive analysis of regional cultural industry development strategies. The book explores collaborative mechanisms, focusing on creative industries, digital media, and cultural communication. By examining cross-regional resources and integration pathways, it provides a theoretical framework for understanding the cultural ecosystem of the Greater Bay Area, highlighting the potential for innovative cultural cooperation and economic synergy among Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macau.

 

 

国家如何思考 : 对外政策中的理性
= How states think : the rationality of foreign policy

本書深入剖析國家決策的內在邏輯，追問國家集體是否具備獨立思考能力。作者以犀利的視角解構國際政治的深層機制，探討政治領導人的決策過程是理性還是非理性。透過對國家思維模式的深入研究，揭示政策制定背後的複雜心理機制和戰略考量。這部著作不僅是國際政治研究的重要文獻，更是理解現代國家治理和外交決策的鑰匙。
This book offers a penetrating analysis of national decision-making processes, exploring the complex cognitive mechanisms behind state-level strategic thinking. The book critically examines whether nations possess an independent thinking capacity, dissecting the rational and irrational elements of political leadership’s decision-making. By unraveling the intricate psychological dynamics of international politics, the author provides a groundbreaking perspective on how countries formulate policies, challenge conventional understanding of state behavior, and reveal the nuanced inner workings of national strategic thought.

  • 主題 Subject：International relations AND Rationalization
  • 作者 Author：Mearsheimer, John J.
  • 出版信息 Pub Info：中信出版集团, 2024.
  • 館藏信息 Lib Holding：G/F C1 Circulation Counter : Items on Reserve, JZ 1253 Mea 2024
  • ISBN：9787521769166

 

 

清晨五點俱樂部 : 改變的開始, 喚醒我們內在無限潛力的早晨力量
= The 5 AM club : own your morning, elevate your life

本書揭示了早起的驚人力量。書中詳細闡述如何利用清晨最寧靜的時光，提升個人生產力和創造力。透過神經科學驗證的方法，教導讀者如何克服早起障礙，並在大多數人熟睡時開啟充滿靈感和動能的一天，進而實現夢想和潛能。
This book is a transformative guide revealing the extraordinary potential of early mornings. Through an engaging narrative, the book offers a revolutionary morning routine that helps individuals unlock their peak performance, creativity, and personal growth. Backed by neuroscience, Sharma provides practical strategies to wake up at 5 AM, protect one’s talents, and create a life of significant impact and personal fulfillment.

 

 

Faith : a very short introduction

本書深入探討信仰的本質與意義。書中闡明信仰不僅是個人宗教信念，更是一種需要理性檢視的社會現象。作者強調信仰應具有公共性，涉及重要的社會行為準則，並應在民主社會中接受開放的討論和審視，而非被邊緣化或私有化。
This book offers a profound exploration of faith beyond religious boundaries. The book argues that faith is not merely a personal belief but a complex concept requiring rational examination. Trigg emphasizes faith’s societal significance, demonstrating how it influences human behavior and public discourse. By contextualizing faith within historical and contemporary frameworks, especially Christianity, the author challenges readers to understand faith’s broader implications in democratic societies.

  • 主題 Subject：Religion AND Faith and reason
  • 作者 Author：Trigg, Roger, author.
  • 出版信息 Pub Info：Oxford University Press, 2024.
  • 館藏信息 Lib Holding：2/F A3 Education & Arts, BL 626.3 Tri 2024
  • ISBN：9780192849267

 

 

Doing a systematic review : a student’s guide

本書是一部針對研究者和學生的實用指南，全面闡述了如何系統性地進行文獻回顧。作者克利夫·韋弗詳細講解了文獻綜述的每個關鍵環節，從選題、資料收集、批判性分析到最終撰寫，提供了清晰、實用的方法論。書中不僅給出具體技巧，還幫助讀者理解文獻綜述在學術研究中的戰略意義，是研究方法學習的必備工具。
This book is an essential guide for researchers and students navigating the complex process of literature review. The book provides a comprehensive, step-by-step approach to conducting systematic literature reviews, offering practical strategies for identifying, analyzing, and synthesizing academic sources. Weaver’s work demystifies the research process, equipping readers with critical skills to effectively evaluate existing scholarship, identify research gaps, and construct a robust academic narrative.

  • 主題 Subject：Research–Methodology AND Systematic reviews
  • 作者 Author：Edited by M. Gemma Cherry, Angela Boland, Rumona Dickson
  • 出版信息 Pub Info：Sage Publications, 2024.
  • 館藏信息 Lib Holding：2/F A3 Education & Arts, LB 2369 Doi 2024
  • ISBN：9781529740974

 

 

Introduction to AI safety, ethics, and society

本書是一部前瞻性的學術著作，全面審視了人工智能技術發展的複雜倫理議題。書中深入探討了AI在社會中的關鍵挑戰，包括算法偏見、隱私保護、自主性與責任等核心問題。作者系統地分析了技術創新與倫理框架的互動，為讀者提供了理解和應對AI潛在風險的批判性視角，對於學術界、產業界和決策者都具有重要參考價值。
This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the critical ethical challenges posed by artificial intelligence. The book provides an in-depth analysis of AI’s societal implications, addressing key concerns such as algorithmic bias, privacy risks, and the complex interplay between technological innovation and ethical frameworks. By examining the potential risks and opportunities of AI, the authors deliver a nuanced perspective that is essential for researchers, policymakers, and technology professionals navigating the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

 

 

The new India : the unmaking of the world’s largest democracy

本書深入剖析了莫迪執政下印度的政治轉型。作者詳細闡述了印度民主制度面臨的巨大挑戰，探討了民族主義興起如何重塑國家政治生態。書中審視了莫迪領導下的印度，揭示了民粹主義如何侵蝕民主制度，並分析了宗教、身份認同與政治之間複雜的互動關係，為理解當代印度提供了深刻的洞察。
This book offers a critical examination of Modi’s India, exploring the profound transformation of the world’s largest democracy. The book meticulously analyzes how nationalist politics under Modi’s leadership is reshaping India’s democratic fabric, investigating the complex interplay between religious identity, political ideology, and democratic institutions. Through a nuanced lens, the author unveils the challenges facing Indian democracy, providing readers with an insightful understanding of the current political landscape and its global implications.

  • 主題 Subject：Modī, Narendra AND India–History
  • 作者 Author：Bhatia, Rahul
  • 出版信息 Pub Info：Abacus Books, 2024.
  • 館藏信息 Lib Holding：3/F C2 History & Geography, DS 480.859 Bha 2024
  • ISBN：9781408717899