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 2026-04-15     LIB     Bulletin / 公告 

 

You can publish your journal article : advice from editors to help you succeed

本書由資深期刊編輯吉伯特·吉(Gilbert C. Gee)傾力著述，集編者、審稿人和主編的多重視角，揭示學術出版的成功秘訣，深入淺出地指導研究者如何撰寫高水準論文、應對同行評審、理解編輯期待，系統解決投稿過程中的常見難題。無論您是初出茅廬的學者還是經驗豐富的研究者，這本書都能助您提升發表成功率，掌握國際學術交流的策略與技巧，成為學術期刊發表領域不可或缺的實踐指南。
You Can Publish Your Journal Article by Gilbert C. Gee offers invaluable guidance for scholars navigating academic publishing. Drawing on his experience as a writer, peer reviewer, and Editor-in-Chief, Gee demystifies the journal submission process and reveals editors’ expectations. This practical guide helps researchers write compelling papers, succeed in peer review, and increase publication success rates. An essential resource for academics seeking to advance their careers through strategic scholarly communication.

 

 

A brief history of mathematics for curious minds

數學如何塑造人類文明？本書以流暢的敘事呈現數學的演進歷程，從四萬三千年前古老的勒博博骨開始，追溯到當今21世紀的發展。作者無需要求讀者具備深厚數學基礎，僅透過非正式且親切的筆調，引導好奇心強的讀者領略數學之美與其歷史地位。書中縱貫千年，揭示每個時代的數學思想如何推動文明進步。附錄部分包含歷史重要的證明與概念，以中學程度數學闡述，讓讀者既能享受宏觀的歷史視野，又能理解具體的數學原理，是開闊視野、增進理性思維的絕佳讀物。
Discover how mathematics has shaped human civilization through millennia. This accessible history traces mathematical development from the ancient Lebombo bone (43,000 years old) to the 21st century, presented through an informal narrative requiring no prior mathematical knowledge. The author guides curious minds to appreciate mathematics’ beauty and relevance, while appendices explore historically significant proofs and concepts at secondary school level. A perfect journey for those seeking to understand humanity’s intellectual heritage.

 

 

了不起的Markdown : 大语言模型时代的通用语言
= [The Amazing Markdown: The Universal Language of the Big Language Model Era]

Markdown已成為大語言模型時代的通用寫作語言。本書系統介紹排版技巧、語法規範、工具應用與智能協作的完整路徑。從Typora沉浸式寫作到Obsidian知識圖譜構建，從VS Code智能編輯到與AI協同創作，書中包含百餘張操作示意圖與典型應用案例，透過「場景導入+步驟拆解+成果演示」的三段式教學，讓技術真正服務創作。無論是追求高效排版的職場人士、致力構建知識體系的學者，或欲掌握AI時代寫作技能的學生，都能在這本書中找到實用、系統的解決方案。
Markdown has evolved into the universal writing language of the AI era. This practical guide systematically covers typography, syntax standards, and intelligent collaboration tools. From immersive writing in Typora to knowledge graph construction in Obsidian, from smart editing in VS Code to collaborative creation with AI, the book features over 100 instructive diagrams and real-world applications. Through scenario-based three-step teaching (setup, breakdown, demonstration), it transforms technical tools into creative enablers for professionals, scholars, and students navigating modern writing practices.

 

 

气候与帝国想象 : 哈布斯堡科学家如何跨尺度丈量世界
= Climate in motion: science, empire, and the problem of scale

本書以19世紀哈布斯堡帝國為背景，探討現代氣候科學如何在帝國的多元背景中應運而生。耶魯科學史家德博拉·庫恩揭示了一個引人深思的過程：面對民族主義浪潮和文化多元的挑戰，帝國科學家透過研究植物、水文、溫度等自然現像中尋找統一性，在地方與整體、局部與帝國之間建立有機聯繫。作者巧妙地將氣候研究與帝國想像相互關聯，展現了尺度轉換如何成為現代科學描述世界的新語言，為當代氣候學和環保思想奠定了思想基礎。
This book reveals how modern climate science emerged from the multilingual, multicultural Habsburg Empire in 19th-century Central Europe. Yale historian Deborah Coen examines how imperial scientists sought unity amid nationalist waves by studying natural phenomena—plants, hydrology, temperature, and precipitation—across diverse scales. The author ingeniously links climate research with imperial imagination, showing how scientists bridged local and imperial scales, creating new scientific language to describe and envision the empire, ultimately shaping contemporary climate science and environmental thought.

 

 

葡撻 : 澳門 =
[Portuguese egg tart: Macau]

《葡撻：澳門》以澳門標誌性美食葡撻為主角，追溯這款甜點的起源故事與演變歷程。本書採用多語言呈現（葡文、繁體中文、簡體中文及英文），並配以Luísa Petiz精美的水彩插畫。透過生動有趣的敘事，讀者將發現葡撻如何從葡萄牙傳入澳門，逐漸演變成獨特的澳門美食文化象徵。這本書既是一部關於食物的文化記憶，也是一次跨越地域與時代的飲食旅程。無論是澳門居民還是遊客，都能透過葡撻了解澳門獨特的多元文化魅力。
Portuguese egg tart: Macau traces the captivating origin and evolution of this iconic dessert through engaging storytelling. The book features multiple languages—Portuguese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and English—complemented by Luísa Petiz’s exquisite watercolor illustrations. Discover how this beloved pastry journeyed from Portugal to Macau, transforming into a symbol of local culinary heritage. A cultural narrative that celebrates the intersection of traditions, this book invites both residents and visitors to explore Macau’s multicultural identity through the lens of its most cherished sweet treat.

 

 

最后的使团 : 1795年荷兰访华使团及被遗忘的中西相遇史
= The last embassy : the dutch mission of 1795 and the forgotten history of western encounters with China

這是一本以遊記筆觸講述的歷史著作，記錄了1795年荷蘭使團從廣州遠赴北京，恭賀乾隆登基六十週年的全程經歷。與兩年前英國馬戛爾尼使團的失敗不同，荷蘭人憑藉對東亞外交秩序的深刻理解，採用”寒暄外交”策略，不僅得以進入圓明園參與盛大儀式，還與乾隆建立了良好互動。本書透過使團成員的日記視角，細緻還原了這段被遺忘的中西相遇史，揭示了十八世紀末東亞外交的複雜生態，也展現了人性在異文化碰撞中的溫度與智慧。
The Last Embassy chronicles the 1795 Dutch mission to China, offering a vivid alternative to the famous Macartney embassy of 1793. Through the detailed journals of mission members, author Andrade reveals how the Dutch, experienced in East Asian diplomacy, successfully employed ceremonial courtship rather than hard-nosed negotiation. Permitted to enter the Summer Palace and celebrate Qianlong’s sixtieth jubilee, the Dutch encountered a sophisticated imperial system that rewarded cultural understanding. This forgotten history illuminates pre-modern East Asian international relations and human connection across civilizations.

 

 

植物澳門學 : “葡萄牙人大傳播”
= [Botany in Macau: “The Portuguese Dissemination”]

本書以創新的跨學科視角，將葡萄牙人通過澳門傳播美洲植物的歷史納入”澳門學”研究的新領域。作者金國平通過廣泛引用葡萄牙文與西班牙文的史料，揭示了一段被遺忘的全球化進程：當西班牙人發現美洲後，美洲作物並未在歐洲廣泛傳播，反而由葡萄牙人發現商機，經由澳門這一東西方文化樞紐進入中國沿海，最終在中原大地紮根開花。玉米、馬鈴薯、辣椒等美洲作物的東傳，深刻改變了中國的農業結構、飲食習慣與人口增長，不僅補充了哥倫布大交換理論，也從微觀角度揭示了澳門在早期全球化過程中作為跨文化樞紐的關鍵角色。
This groundbreaking work explores the untold story of how Portuguese merchants channeled American plants through Macau to transform China. The author Jin Guoping demonstrate that while Spanish conquistadors introduced New World crops to Europe, it was Portuguese traders who recognized their commercial potential and successfully established the plant trade route from Macau to the Chinese coast. Corn, potatoes, and peppers reshaped Chinese agriculture and cuisine, profoundly affecting population growth and economic development. This book not only supplements Columbus Exchange theory but reveals Macau’s pivotal role as a transcultural hub in early globalization.

 

 

Qualitative research writing : credible and trustworthy writing from beginning to end

本書是定性研究寫作的實用指南。作者採循循善誘的方法，從如何思考研究開始，逐步引領讀者走過整個寫作過程。這部著作特別強調在學術寫作中建立可信度與可信賴性的重要性，並提供豐富的實踐建議和數字工具應用技巧。無論您是初涉學術領域的碩博生，還是經驗豐富的研究者，都能從中汲取寶貴知識。書中融合理論深度與操作實用性，幫助讀者撰寫更有說服力、更具學術價值的定性研究論文。
This practical guide, co-authored by Michelle Salmona, Dan Kaczynski, and Eli Lieber, transforms qualitative research writing from conception to completion. The book emphasizes establishing credibility and trustworthiness throughout the writing process, offering step-by-step guidance paired with concrete digital tools for enhancement. Designed for both novice researchers and experienced scholars, it bridges theoretical foundations with actionable strategies. Readers will learn to construct compelling narratives that strengthen their qualitative research presentations and academic influence effectively.

 

 

读懂新质生产力
= [Understanding New Productivity]

新質生產力是習近平經濟思想的重大理論成果，標誌著生產方式的深刻變革。本書由中國社科院經濟研究所所長黃群慧撰寫，立足科技創新這一核心驅動力，深入闡述新質生產力的理論基礎與實踐問題。面對全球新一輪科技革命和產業變革加速演化，作者系統回應了理論界與社會大眾的現實關切，廓清了認識迷霧。本書不僅為決策者與管理人員提供戰略指導，更幫助廣大讀者理解在百年未有之大變局下，如何掌握經濟發展主動權，實現共同富裕的目標與途徑。內容深入淺出，兼具學術性與實用性。
Understanding New Quality Productivity by Huang Qunhui, Director of the Economic Research Institute at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, provides a comprehensive analysis of this pivotal economic theory. The book explores the theoretical foundations and practical implications of new quality productivity as a key response to accelerating global technological revolution and industrial transformation. Through rigorous analysis and accessible language, Huang clarifies critical concepts and offers strategic guidance for policymakers, managers, and general readers seeking to understand how to seize development opportunities and achieve shared prosperity in unprecedented times.

 

 

Marketing research with R and Python

本書由香港中文大學Howard Pong Yuen Lam教授精心撰著，是市場調研領域的實用指南。作者突破傳統商業軟件的局限，引導讀者掌握R和Python兩大開源編程工具進行市場研究。全書系統闡述了市場調研的核心框架與概念，重點涵蓋新產品開發策略、品牌延伸決策及產品升級評估等實務領域。書中將複雜的統計方法化繁為簡，即使零編程基礎的讀者亦可順利上手。所含豐富數據集與案例演練，使讀者能在個人電腦上獨立完成專業級的市場分析，成為企業決策者與研究人員的必備參考。
This practical guide, authored by Howard Pong Yuen Lam from The Chinese University of Hong Kong, empowers marketers and researchers to conduct professional marketing studies using free, open-source tools—R and Python. The book presents essential marketing research frameworks and concepts for new product development without requiring programming expertise. Readers learn to analyze market data, evaluate product strategies, and make data-driven business decisions on personal computers. With accessible explanations, practical datasets, and step-by-step examples, this resource bridges the gap between marketing theory and technological implementation, making advanced research accessible to all.

 

 

变革时代的公司契约 : 法律能否与时俱进？
= The corporate contract in changing times : is the law keeping up?

本書由全球頂尖公司法學者、法官與知名律師事務所律師共同編著，深入探討現代公司法亟待改革的課題。作者指出，過去幾十年間資本市場發生重大變化——股東積極主義抬頭、機構投資者權力擴張、代理投票顧問服務機構影響力增強，而基本公司法的更新速度遠滯後於現實發展。許多規制公司行為的判例法仍沿用20世紀80年代的標準，導致公司經營陷入困境。本書系統分析了激進對沖基金、雙層股權結構等當代現象，探討公司法應如何適應新時代需求，為業界改革指點迷津。
This comprehensive volume brings together leading corporate law scholars, judges, and top law firm attorneys to examine urgent reforms needed in modern corporate law. It addresses how capital markets have transformed dramatically through shareholder activism, institutional investor empowerment, and expanded proxy advisory influence—developments that far outpace updates to foundational corporate law. Analyzing contemporary phenomena like activist hedge funds and dual-class share structures, the book explores essential legal adaptations required for today’s dynamic business environment.

 

 

宋学西渐 : 欧洲迈向近代启蒙之路
= The transmission of Neo-Confucianism of the Song and Ming dynasties to the west : an approach to the European enlightment

本書精細解讀朱熹、張居正等對《四書》的詮釋傳統，對比分析西方傳教士與啟蒙思想家對宋明理學的詮釋著作，首次詳盡展現柏應理、衛方濟和沃爾夫之間的思想脈絡。著作清晰展示了東方理學如何被西方傳教士發現、翻譯與詮釋，進而深刻影響歐洲啟蒙思想家的理性思維與人文關懷。該研究論證了宋明理學在啟蒙運動發展中的重要作用，揭示了中西思想在邁向現代文明過程中的隱秘對話。
This work meticulously analyzes Neo-Confucian commentaries on the Four Books and traces their transmission to Western thought through missionary scholars and Enlightenment thinkers. It systematically explores how Foucquet, Vontius, and Wolff adapted Song-Ming philosophy, revealing how Eastern rationalism profoundly influenced European intellectual development. The book demonstrates Neo-Confucianism’s pivotal role in shaping the Enlightenment movement and modernization, offering fresh perspectives on East-West philosophical exchange during the early modern period.