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 2026-03-04     LIB     Bulletin / 公告 

 

Statistical literacy : a beginner’s guide

在資訊爆炸的當下，我們每天被各類圖表與數據包圍。本書是一本專為統計學新手打造的實用指南。作者 Rhys Christopher Jones 以深入淺出的方式，引導讀者識破數據誤導，理解核心概念，如抽樣偏差、相關性與因果關係等。本書不強調枯燥的公式計算，而是聚焦於培養批判性思維，教你如何像專家一樣解讀媒體報導中的統計結果，從而做出更明智的決策。
In an era of “fake news” and big data, Statistical Literacy: A Beginner’s Guide by Rhys Christopher Jones is an essential roadmap for navigating numerical information. This book empowers readers to look beyond the headlines, teaching them how to critically evaluate data and identify common statistical pitfalls. Avoiding heavy jargon and complex mathematics, it focuses on real-world applications and conceptual understanding. It is a perfect starting point for anyone looking to build confidence in interpreting statistics in everyday life.

 

 

Understanding longitudinal data

本書由 Emily Gilbert 著，為社會科學領域的研究者提供縱向數據研究的完整指南。縱向研究在當代社會科學中日益重要，卻常因其複雜性而令人望而卻步。本書從研究基礎出發，深入淺出地講解縱向研究的核心議題：研究設計、抽樣、樣本流失與缺失數據等。書中不僅提供理論框架，更透過 45 個來自全球不同國家的真實案例研究，幫助讀者理解如何在實務中應用縱貫數據。無論是初學者或資深研究者，都能在此書中找到實用的工具與清晰的指引。
Understanding Longitudinal Data by Emily Gilbert is an essential guide for researchers embarking on longitudinal projects. The book provides solid foundations in longitudinal research methodology, covering crucial topics such as study design, sampling, attrition, and missing data. Beyond theory, it features over 45 global case studies from Australia, Germany, Malaysia, New Zealand, the UK, and the US. With learning features like comprehension questions and practical tools, this accessible introduction equips students and researchers across social sciences with confidence in handling longitudinal data complexities.

 

 

The process of research in psychology

本書是心理學研究方法與設計的經典教材，新版延續其因清晰易懂而廣受好評的傳統。著作涵蓋心理科學基礎、實驗方法與相關研究等核心內容，以循序漸進的方式引導讀者深入掌握心理學研究的科學思維。全書融合實用的學習工具、詳細的操作指南與豐富的真實研究案例，使抽象的研究方法論變得具體可行。無論是心理學專業學生還是研究者，都能通過本書系統地學習如何設計、實施和評估心理學研究，為科學嚴謹的學術工作奠定堅實基礎。
This classic textbook on psychological research methods and design offers a clear, accessible, and comprehensive introduction. The new edition provides readers with essential knowledge of psychological science, experimental methods, and correlational research. Through practical learning tools, detailed step-by-step instructions, and authentic research examples, students and researchers learn to design, implement, and evaluate psychological studies effectively. Ideal for psychology majors and researchers seeking rigorous, science-based foundations for conducting credible psychological research.

 

 

旧庙新神 : 晚清变局中的孔庙从祀
= [Old Temples, New Worthies: Confucian Temple Enshrinements amid the Upheavals of the Late Qing]

孔廟是傳統中國社會的重要教育與祭祀場所，儒家文化的象徵。近代以來，”傳統”遭逢衝擊，孔廟與孔子更遭多重批判與擠壓。本書以清末顧炎武、黃宗羲、王夫之三大儒從祀孔廟事件為切入點，描繪近代變革浪潮下孔廟從祀的演變與應對。透過這個獨特視角，作者深入探討”近代思潮”與”傳統思想”的衝突與張力，展現傳統文化如何實現自我更新。本書學術紮實、視角新穎，為當代中華優秀傳統文化的創新發展提供重要藉鑒，是了解近代中國社會轉變的有效窗口。
This scholarly work explores the transformation of Confucian temples during modern China’s upheaval through the remarkable case of three Qing philosophers—Gu Yanwu, Huang Zongxi, and Wang Fuzhi—becoming enshrined in temples. By examining the temple’s evolution amid modernization, the author illuminates tensions between modern ideologies and traditional Confucian thought. The book demonstrates how traditional culture adapts and reinvents itself under historical pressures, offering valuable insights into China’s social transformation and contemporary cultural revival.

 

 

资本与隔离 : 巴西新中产阶级的教育流动研究
= Capitals and segregation : a study on educational mobility of Brazilian new middle class

教育不平等是發展中國家普遍難題，巴西亦然。21世紀初十年，原本處於較低社經地位的「新中產」在收入上躍升，規模接近全國人口一半，並把教育視為改變命運的關鍵通道。然而，多數學生仍難以進入優質高校乃至「精英大學」。本書聚焦這一矛盾，追問困境何以形成、階層如何在資本與制度中被分化，又是否存在突破隔離的可能，為理解教育流動與階層再製提供重要案例。
Educational inequality is widespread in developing countries, and Brazil is no exception. In the early 2000s, a “new middle class” rose economically—nearly half of the population—hoping education would open better jobs and mobility. Yet most of their children still struggle to access high-quality universities, let alone elite institutions. This book investigates why that gap persists, how capital and institutional separation shape opportunities, and what possibilities exist to overcome the barriers, offering a compelling case study of educational mobility.

 

 

中国民间歌曲集成·澳门卷
= [Collection of Chinese Folk Songs: Macao Volume]

本書是國家藝術科學規劃的重點項目，約42萬字，收錄澳門本地近200首民間歌曲。本書系統整理了粵語民間歌曲、閩語民間歌曲等多種類型，涵蓋咸水歌、農事歌、兒歌、地水南音、粵謳、龍舟歌等豐富樣式，輔以19幅彩色圖片和藝人小傳。作為移民城市的文化縮影，澳門民間歌曲呈現出獨特的區域特色，既見證了澳門的歷史與文化發展，又承載著中華民族音樂文化的重要內涵，是民間音樂基本建設工程的有機組成部分。
This comprehensive collection systematically documents Macau’s folk songs as part of China’s national arts project. Featuring approximately 200 songs, it encompasses Cantonese and Fujian dialects, including sea songs, agricultural chants, children’s rhymes, and traditional operatic forms. With 42 million characters and 19 color plates, the volume preserves Macau’s unique musical heritage. As a migrant city with deep traditions, Macau’s folk music reflects distinctive regional characteristics while serving as vital testimony to local history and an important force in transmitting Chinese musical culture.

 

 

鬼馬粵語的前世今生
= [The Past and Present of Mischievous Cantonese]

本書揭開粵語連綿詞的神祕面紗，探究「鬼馬」、「招積」等常用俚語的語源與發展。廣府人日常說話中頻用的俚語，往往不可望文識義，令人困惑其原委。作者陳小朗二十多年來潛心研究，以近代粵語研究開山之作為藍本，對101個常用連綿詞進行詳盡箋注與考證。書中不僅闡釋音義內涵，更搜集大量古今用例，並記錄與各詞相關的有趣掌故與民俗傳說。每個詞條配以粵語發音，雅俗共賞，讓讀者全面理解粵語文化精髓與語言趣味，是粵語研究與學習的必備佳著。
This book unveils the mysteries of Cantonese reduplicative words, exploring the origins and evolution of colloquial terms like “鬼馬” and “招積.” Author Chan Siu-long, after two decades of meticulous research, examines 101 common reduplicative words with detailed annotations and scholarly investigation. The work transcends simple definitions, offering numerous historical examples, fascinating anecdotes, and folklore related to each term. With phonetic guides for each entry, this entertaining yet scholarly volume helps readers fully comprehend Cantonese cultural essence and linguistic charm—an indispensable reference for language enthusiasts and researchers.

 

 

少女中国 : “女学生”的一百年
= [Girl China: A Century of “Female Students”]

本書是對近代中國女性教育與成長的一部文化史著作。作者濱田麻矢以五四時期迄今的百年間為時間跨度，藉由具體的文學作品分析，深入探討離開原生家庭的青年女性如何發現自我、尋找落腳點的歷程。在近代中國國家富強的宏大敘事中，女性長期被遮蔽於”少年””新青年”等男性中心的話語之下。書籍揭示了這一文化政治現象，並闡明女學生們如何在教育機會中實現自我探索，如何選擇未來人生道路。這是一部視角獨特、深具啟蒙意義的性別研究著作。
This cultural history examines female education and personal development in modern China. Author Hamada Asaya analyzes literary works spanning a century from the May Fourth movement to today, exploring how young women leaving their homes discover themselves and find their place. The book reveals how female identity was historically obscured beneath male-centered narratives of “youth” and “new people.” It demonstrates how female students seized educational opportunities for self-exploration and life choices. Offering unique perspective and enlightening gender analysis.

 

 

在19世紀瘋露營 : 營火、帳篷、睡袋, 戶外裝備的變革史
= Making camp : a visual history of camping’s most essential items & activities

這是一部獨特的露營文化視覺史。建築學家馬丁·霍格以專業視角，透過200多幅珍貴圖像探索美國內戰後至今的露營演變。本書並非枯燥歷史，而是生動展現營地、營火、帳篷、睡袋、野餐桌等八大元素如何改革人類與自然的互動方式。從19世紀撿柴生火到21世紀智慧露營，作者深刻揭示了舒適與野性之間永恆的矛盾——即使最早的露營者，也從未真正放棄現代便利。書中更關注被忽略的供水和垃圾處理，呈現露營設施背後的深層思考。
Making Camp presents a visually rich history of American camping culture from the Civil War era to today. Architect Martin Hogg examines eight essential camping elements—water, campfire, campsite, maps, picnic tables, tents, sleeping bags, and waste management—revealing how recreational facilities evolved. Through over 200 archival images and thoughtful analysis, the book explores humanity’s eternal tension between wilderness adventure and comfortable living. More than outdoor nostalgia, it questions whether our relationship with nature has genuinely transformed or merely become more organized.

 

 

算法机器人和法律监管 : 科技、自动化与期货及衍生品监管
= Algo bots and the law : technology, automation, and the regulation of futures and other derivatives

本書由美國金融監管專家格雷戈里·斯科皮諾精心撰寫，深入探討人工智慧算法對金融市場的深遠影響。隨著互聯網、大數據與雲計算的發展，自動化決策已廣泛應用於招聘、駕駛、投資、司法等領域，帶來決策效率的巨大提升。然而，算法運行邏輯的獨特性也加劇了人機間的「數位鴻溝」，誘發倫理與法律危機。本書著重分析美國期貨衍生品監管框架如何適應自動化技術變革，從監管範圍擴大、打擊演算法濫用、應對「閃電崩盤」等多個維度提出深刻洞見，是理解科技時代法律治理轉型的必讀之作。
This work by Georgetown law professor Gregory Scopino examines AI algorithms’ transformative impact on financial markets. As automation becomes prevalent in hiring, autonomous vehicles, and investment advice, it simultaneously widens the digital divide and creates ethical crises through algorithmic imbalance. The book analyzes whether existing US derivatives regulations adequately address automated trading systems, proposing solutions including expanded regulatory scope, algorithmic abuse countermeasures, and financial market disruption responses. Essential reading for understanding legal governance transformation in the AI era.

 

 

国际法之门
= International law

本書由芬蘭赫爾辛基大學國際法教授延·克拉伯斯著述，是一部優秀的國際法入門典籍。作者將國際法回歸其基本原則，圍繞「國際法從何而來」「它適用於誰」「它如何解決衝突」等核心問題展開論述。全書融國際法理論、規則與實踐於一體，透過豐富的歷史案例與現實事例，將國際法展現為組織世界的動態系統。本書兼顧理論深度與講述簡明的平衡，使讀者對國際法的體系、規則與實踐能一目了然，堪稱當代國際法學習者不可或缺的指南。
This authoritative guide by Professor Jan Klabbers explores international law’s fundamental principles and practical applications. The book addresses core questions: where international law originates, who it governs, and how it resolves conflicts. Through rich historical cases and real-world examples, readers gain comprehensive understanding of international law as a dynamic global system. Balancing theoretical depth with accessible presentation, this work equips students and professionals with essential knowledge of international legal structures, rules, and contemporary practices.