Library News — Weekly Picks

圖書館消息 -- 每週新書精選

 2025-11-04     LIB     Bulletin / 公告 

 

杜维明对话集
= Dialogues of Tu Weiming

本書是當代新儒家思想家杜維明的思想精華匯編。本書通過深入對話的方式，展現了杜維明跨越文化、哲學、宗教的宏大思想景觀。從東西方文明對話到人文精神的重建，從全球化挑戰到儒家智慧的當代意義，作者以開放、包容的視野，探討了人類面臨的核心議題。這部作品不僅是一次思想的對話，更是一次跨文化的心靈探索。
This book offers a profound exploration of contemporary New Confucian thought through an intricate series of conversations. The book delves into critical global challenges, bridging Eastern and Western philosophical traditions while reimagining humanistic values. Tu Weiming illuminates the relevance of Confucian wisdom in the modern world, presenting a nuanced dialogue on culture, spirituality, and human potential that transcends traditional intellectual boundaries and offers fresh perspectives on global understanding.

  • 主題 Subject：Philosophy AND Philosophers–Interviews
  • 作者 Author：杜维明, 1940-
  • 出版信息 Pub Info：人民出版社, 2024.
  • 館藏信息 Lib Holding：G/F B3 New Arrivals, B 29 Tu 2024
  • ISBN：9787010261836

 

 

当代自由意志导论
= A contemporary introduction to free will

本書深入探討了人類是否真正擁有自由意志的哲學難題。本書通過對相容論和不相容論的精彩論辯，引領讀者思考：我們的選擇是否真正源於自身？作者以文學作品和生活案例為切入點，將深奧的哲學議題化繁為簡，幫助讀者在輕鬆的閱讀氛圍中激發智慧火花，挑戰傳統思維。
A groundbreaking exploration of free will that challenges our understanding of choice and responsibility. Kane’s masterpiece navigates the complex debate between compatibilism and incompatibilism, using literary classics and real-life scenarios to illuminate the philosophical puzzle of human agency. This accessible guide invites readers to question the nature of decision-making, offering profound insights into the fundamental mechanisms of human freedom.

  • 主題 Subject：Free will and determinism
  • 作者 Author：Kane, Robert, 1938-
  • 出版信息 Pub Info：广西师范大学出版社, 2025.
  • 館藏信息 Lib Holding：2/F A3 Education & Arts, BJ 1461 Kan 2025
  • ISBN：9787559874603

 

 

学术的中心 : 英法德美
= Centers of learning : Britain, France, Germany, United States

本書是一部跨越歷史與地理的學術史詮釋力作。約瑟夫·本-戴維深入剖析四大學術體系的演變，追溯科學中心從英國、法國到德國、美國遞嬗的歷程。書中不僅勾勒出全球學術版圖的變遷，更探討高等教育的核心功能，闡釋通識教育、專業訓練與基礎研究之間的複雜辯證關係。
A masterful exploration of academic centers in Britain, France, Germany, and the United States, this book reveals the intricate evolution of higher education systems. Joseph Ben-David meticulously traces the shifting landscapes of scientific knowledge, analyzing the transformation of academic power centers from the 17th to the 20th century. By examining institutional structures, educational functions, and global academic relationships, the work offers profound insights into the dynamics of knowledge production and intellectual development.

 

 

偶遇 : 在漫游中感知艺术
= [Encounter: Experiencing Art While Wandering]

本書是一部獨特的藝術體驗指南，作者拉斐爾·塞西爾用詩意的筆觸，邀請讀者拋開傳統藝術觀賞的刻板印象。書中將城市視為巨大的藝術畫布，教導讀者如何在日常生活的隨機瞬間捕捉藝術的靈光。透過漫步、觀察和感受，重新發現城市中被忽視的美學細節，將生活本身轉化為一場持續的藝術創造。
A transformative guide to perceiving art through urban wandering, this book reimagines artistic experience beyond museum walls. Raphael Cecil invites readers to explore cities as living canvases, revealing how spontaneous encounters can unlock aesthetic understanding. By encouraging mindful observation and emotional engagement, the work demonstrates that art is not confined to galleries but exists in everyday moments, waiting to be discovered through curious and open-minded exploration.

  • 主題 Subject：Art appreciation
  • 作者 Author：巫鸿, 1945-
  • 出版信息 Pub Info：上海三联書店, 2024.
  • 館藏信息 Lib Holding：2/F A3 Education & Arts, NX 65 Wu 2024
  • ISBN：9787542685469

 

 

歐巴馬資深文膽的精準表達課
= Say it well : find your voice, speak your mind, inspire any audience

這是一部由歐巴馬團隊資深文膽親授的溝通技巧寶典，從演講大師的核心策略出發，全方位解構有效表達的秘密。書中詳細闡述50-25-25準備法、BBQ溝通法則等實戰技巧，幫助讀者在公開演講、商務談判、日常交流中精準傳遞信息。結合最新AI工具，為溝通能力提供系統性提升，讓讀者能在瞬息萬變的交流環境中，從容不迫、有的放矢。
A comprehensive communication mastery guide from Obama’s senior speechwriter, offering transformative strategies for effective expression. This book unveils precise communication techniques like the 50-25-25 preparation method and BBQ communication principles, empowering readers to excel in public speaking, business negotiations, and everyday interactions. By integrating cutting-edge AI tools and professional insights, the work provides a systematic approach to communication, enabling readers to communicate with confidence and clarity.

 

 

明代中国的大航海 : 郑和下西洋论稿
= [The Great Navigation of Ming Dynasty China: Essays on Zheng He’s Voyages to the West]

本書是一部深入剖析明代海洋史的里程碑式著作。書中全面重構鄭和下西洋的歷史脈絡，不僅描繪了這段空前絕後的航海征程，更深入解析其背後的政治、經濟和文化意義。作者以嚴謹的學術視角，重新審視了中國古代海上絲綢之路，展現了明代中國作為世界海洋強國的壯闊圖景，徹底顛覆了傳統的中國海權認知。
A groundbreaking exploration of China’s maritime history during the Ming Dynasty, focusing on Zheng He’s legendary voyages. This meticulously researched work reconstructs the complex historical, political, and cultural contexts of the maritime expeditions, revealing China’s profound maritime capabilities. By critically examining the Silk Maritime Route, the book challenges traditional narratives, offering a comprehensive understanding of China’s global maritime influence and Zheng He’s unprecedented naval achievements.

  • 主題 Subject：Navigation AND Cheng, He
  • 作者 Author：万明
  • 出版信息 Pub Info：科学出版社, 2024.
  • 館藏信息 Lib Holding：3/F A2 Science & Medicine, VK 101 Wan 2024
  • ISBN：9787030792624

 

 

风起云飞扬 : 钱乘旦讲大国崛起
= Professor Qian’s lectures on the rise and fall of the world powers

本書是一部深入探討中國當代文學與文化變革的精彩著作。書中以細膩的筆觸描繪了20世紀中後期文學思潮的激蕩，追溯了作家群體在社會劇變中的精神轉型。作者以宏大的敘事視角，梳理了文學創作中的思想脈絡，展現了知識分子在歷史洪流中的掙扎與堅守。通過對重要作家和作品的深入解讀，呈現出一幅波瀾壯闊的文學文化全景。
A profound exploration of contemporary Chinese literature and cultural transformation, this book delves into the intellectual and artistic currents of the mid-20th century. Through meticulous analysis, the author traces the spiritual evolution of writers amidst social upheavals, revealing the complex interactions between literature, politics, and individual consciousness. By examining key literary works and authors, the book offers a comprehensive panorama of China’s literary landscape during a pivotal historical period.

  • 主題 Subject：World history
  • 作者 Author：钱乘旦
  • 出版信息 Pub Info：北京大学出版, 2024.
  • 館藏信息 Lib Holding：3/F C2 History & Geography, D 20 Chi 2024
  • ISBN：9787301354445

 

 

失败 : 1891–1900 清王朝的战争、改革和排外
= [Failure: Wars, Reforms, and Xenophobia in the Qing Dynasty, 1891-1900] 

本書詳細記錄了晚清十年間的歷史轉折。書中梳理了甲午戰爭、戊戌變法、義和團運動等重大歷史事件，深入剖析清王朝面臨的內憂外患。作者以豐富的史料和細膩的筆觸，重現了這段跌宕起伏的歷史時期，展現了帝國在急劇變革中的掙扎與無奈，為讀者呈現了一幅生動的晚清歷史畫卷。
This book meticulously chronicles a tumultuous decade in late Qing history. Through rich historical documentation, the book explores pivotal events like the First Sino-Japanese War, the Hundred Days’ Reform, and the Boxer Rebellion. It provides an in-depth analysis of the Qing Empire’s internal struggles and external challenges, offering readers a nuanced understanding of China’s complex transformation during this critical period of modernization and national crisis.

 

 

澳門平民房屋 : 建築與歷史(1900 – 1980)
= Macau’s social housing : architecture and history (1900-1980)

本書是一部深入探討澳門城市發展的重要著作。本書系統性地梳理了20世紀初至1980年代澳門平民住宅的建築演變，詳細呈現了巴波沙坊、筷子基、青洲等不同社區的居住景觀。通過豐富的資料和圖像，書中重現了已逝的建築形態，展現澳門平民生活的歷史樣貌，為城市記憶留下珍貴的文獻。
This book is a comprehensive exploration of the urban architectural evolution in Macau during the early 20th century. The book meticulously traces the development of working-class housing in various neighborhoods, including Barra, Fok Kei, and Taipa. Through rich documentation and imagery, it reconstructs forgotten architectural landscapes, offering readers a profound understanding of Macau’s social history and urban transformation.

  • 主題 Subject：Public housing AND Housing policy
  • 作者 Author：陳家然
  • 出版信息 Pub Info：遺產學會, 2025.
  • 館藏信息 Lib Holding：4/F A1 Business Administration, HD 7288.78 M3 Che 2025
  • ISBN：9789998111806

 

 

軟技能 : 讓你不過時, 不貶值, 不消失 : 工作與人生的升級說明書
= Soft skills

本書是一部職涯成長的實戰指南，突破傳統技能學習的局限。書中彙集30位跨界專家的智慧，從溝通、思考到影響力，詳細解構職場生存的關鍵祕笈。作者認為，軟技能不僅是一種能力，更是一種思維方式和成長邏輯。透過系統化的方法論和生動的實踐案例，教導讀者如何在快速變遷的職場中保持競爭力，實現個人的持續進化與成長。
This book is a comprehensive career development guidebook that transcends traditional skill acquisition. Compiled by 30 cross-disciplinary experts, the book deconstructs critical workplace survival strategies focusing on communication, thinking, and influence. More than a skill manual, it offers a transformative approach to personal and professional growth. Through systematic methodologies and vivid case studies, the book provides readers with practical tools to maintain relevance, adaptability, and continuous evolution in a rapidly changing professional landscape.

 

 

一流、二流、三流的提問術 : 發掘問題, 激勵他人, 改變行動力的48個提問訣竅
= [First-rate, second-rate, and third-rate questioning: 48 tips for uncovering problems, inspiring others, and changing your actions]

本書是一部關於溝通與思考的革命性實踐指南。書中詳細解析了48種提問技巧，從職場、教育到人際互動，全方位提升提問能力。作者深入淺出地闡述如何通過精準的提問激發潛能、突破思維局限、促進有效溝通。無論是管理者、教育工作者、銷售人員還是個人成長者，都能從中學習如何提出觸及本質、激發創造力的問題，實現更高效的交流與思考。
This book is a comprehensive guide to transformative communication through strategic questioning. Presenting 48 nuanced questioning techniques, the book explores how precise questions can unlock potential, break mental barriers, and drive meaningful dialogue across professional, educational, and personal domains. It offers readers a systematic approach to asking questions that inspire creativity, stimulate critical thinking, and fundamentally change interpersonal dynamics and problem-solving strategies.

  • 主題 Subject：Business communication AND Industrial management
  • 作者 Author：桐生稔, 1978-
  • 出版信息 Pub Info：商周出版, 2025.
  • 館藏信息 Lib Holding：4/F A1 Business Administration, HF 5718 Kir 2025
  • ISBN：9786263903616

 

 

混淆 : 个人隐私自我保护手册
= Obfuscation : a user’s guide for privacy and protest

本書是數字時代公民必讀的安全指南。書中深入剖析了個人隱私面臨的多重威脅，從數位足跡到社交媒體、從網絡追蹤到大數據監控，全方位揭示隱私洩露的複雜機制。作者提供了具體可行的隱私保護策略，教導讀者如何在開放的網絡世界中有效「混淆」個人信息，降低被追蹤和篩選的風險，重拾數字時代的自主權和安全感。
This book is a critical guide to navigating digital privacy challenges. The book comprehensively explores the intricate mechanisms of privacy invasion, from digital footprints to social media tracking and big data surveillance. It offers practical strategies for individuals to protect their personal information, empowering readers to effectively “obfuscate” their digital presence. A must-read for anyone seeking to reclaim control and security in an increasingly transparent digital landscape.

  • 主題 Subject：Privacy, Right of AND Information technology
  • 作者 Author：Brunton, Finn
  • 出版信息 Pub Info：北京大学出版社, 2024.
  • 館藏信息 Lib Holding：4/F C1 Law & Public Administration, JC 596.2 U5 Bru 2024
  • ISBN：9787301352434