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City-states In The Global Economy

Industrial Restructuring In Hong Kong And Singapore

By: Stephen W.K. Chiu

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City-states In The Global Economy

Industrial Restructuring In Hong Kong And Singapore

By: Stephen W.K. Chiu

This book considers the patterns, strategies, and consequences of industrial restructuring in two dynamic Asian city-states, Hong Kong and Singapore, in the global economy. It highlights the institutional differences between the two industrial economies.

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0429723504

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The Dynamics of Social Movements in Hong Kong

Real and Financial Linkages and the Prospects for Currency Union

By: Stephen Wing Kai Chiu,Tai Lok Lui

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The Dynamics of Social Movements in Hong Kong

Real and Financial Linkages and the Prospects for Currency Union

By: Stephen Wing Kai Chiu,Tai Lok Lui

Studies of Hong Kong society have long focused one-sidedly upon economic prosperity and political stability. Contributors to this volume redress this imbalance by taking a critical view of Hong Kong's political development from the perspectives of social conflict and collective action. Instead of looking at Hong Kong from the top, this volume documents the active role played by local actors from below (political groups, student activists, trade unions, women groups, environmentalists, and community organizers) and their impact on social and political development in Hong Kong society in the context of political transition and democratization, economic restructuring, and an emergent local identity.

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346

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Hong Kong University Press

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962209497X

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9789622094970

Repositioning the Hong Kong Government

Social Foundations and Political Challenges

By: Stephen Wing Kai Chiu

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Repositioning the Hong Kong Government

Social Foundations and Political Challenges

By: Stephen Wing Kai Chiu

The relationship between government and society in Hong Kong has become an intensely debated topic as the complexities of governance grow and the old strategies of consensus building without genuine public participation fail to satisfy. Increasingly interventionist, yet lacking democratic credentials, the Hong Kong SAR government finds itself more and more limited in its capacity to implement policies and less able to rely on traditional allies. A society dissatisfied with old forms of governance has become ever more ready to mobilize itself outside of the formal political structures. This collection of studies by leading scholars examines the Hong Kong government's efforts to reposition itself in the economy and society under the pressures of globalization, economic and political restructuring and the rise of the civil society. Drawing on changing theoretical conceptions of state, market and citizenship and on comparisons with other Asian economies,Repositioning the Hong Kong Governmentoffers new interpretations of the problems of governance in Hong Kong and puts forward positive suggestions for resolving them.

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281

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Hong Kong University Press

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988808349X

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9789888083497

Hong Kong Society

High-Definition Stories beyond the Spectacle of East-Meets-West

By: Stephen WK Chiu,Kaxton YK Siu

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Hong Kong Society

High-Definition Stories beyond the Spectacle of East-Meets-West

By: Stephen WK Chiu,Kaxton YK Siu

This book borrows the concept of “high-definition” from digital broadcasting to highlight our unique approach to Hong Kong society, which gives a sharper image than analyses. It intends to highlight contrasts with many common and taken-for-granted stories, myths and representations of Hong Kong— which often presented with a low level of detail, lacking proper connections between grounded personal experiences and the macro social context. With chapters covering various salient dimensions of Hong Kong’s society, including migration, economy, inequality, identity and social movements, our “high-definition” approach presents images with high enough “resolution” to match multiple layers of experiences from walks of life of Hong Kong people, contributing to an understanding of how global transformation impacts local people’s experiences, as well as Hong Kong’s significance in the regional and global system.

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411

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Springer Nature

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9811657076

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9789811657078

Rethinking Sociological Theory

Introducing and Explaining a Scientific Theoretical Sociology

By: Stephen K. Sanderson

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Rethinking Sociological Theory

Introducing and Explaining a Scientific Theoretical Sociology

By: Stephen K. Sanderson

Stephen K. Sanderson s latest book recaptures a scientific theoretical sociology, one whose fundamental aim is the formulation of real theories that can be empirically tested. Sanderson reviews the major theoretical traditions within contemporary sociology, explicating their key principles, critically evaluating these principles and their applications, and showcasing exemplars. He judges each tradition by asking whether it has generated falsifiable research programs. Although principally a work of theoretical critique, "Rethinking Sociological Theory" is also a valuable textbook for both undergraduate and graduate courses in sociological theory.

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Routledge

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1317252772

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Modern Societies

A Comparative Perspective

By: Stephen K. Sanderson

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Modern Societies

A Comparative Perspective

By: Stephen K. Sanderson

Sanderson explores the nature of the contemporary world’s 200 societies by comparing and contrasting their basic institutions and patterns of social organization. Major topics include the rich democracies and how they became rich and democratic; the expansion of government and the welfare state; the collapse of Communism and the transition to postsocialist societies; the conditions of less-developed countries, with attention to those that are developing rapidly as well as those that continue to lag far behind; racial and ethnic divisions and conflicts worldwide; the gender revolution of the past fifty years and changing contemporary patterns of gender inequality throughout the world; major shifts in family patterns and the transition to below-replacement fertility; the global spread and expansion of mass education and educational credentialism; worldwide patterns of religious belief and practice; a detailed evaluation of the secularization thesis; economic, political, and cultural globalization; the nature of social and economic progress over the past two centuries; and nine predictions concerning the short-term and long-term future of the world. The book provides detailed and fully up-to-date statistical data on societies in forty-three tables.

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257

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Routledge

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1317256018

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9781317256014

Hong Kong

Becoming a Chinese Global City

By: Stephen Chiu,Tai-Lok Lui

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Hong Kong

Becoming a Chinese Global City

By: Stephen Chiu,Tai-Lok Lui

Hong Kong is a small city with a big reputation. As mainland China has become an 'economic powerhouse' Hong Kong has taken a route of development of its own, flourishing as an entrepot and a centre of commerce and finance for Chinese business, then as an industrial city and subsequently a regional and international financial centre. This volume examines the developmental history of Hong Kong, focusing on its rise to the status of a Chinese global city in the world economy. Chiu and Lui's analysis is distinct in its perspective of the development as an integrated process involving economic, political and social dimensions, and as such this insightful and original book will be a core text on Hong Kong society for students.

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201

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113460064X

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Johns Hopkins Textbook of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Second Edition

By: David Daiho Yuh,Luca A. Vricella,Stephen Yang,John R. Doty

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Johns Hopkins Textbook of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Second Edition

By: David Daiho Yuh,Luca A. Vricella,Stephen Yang,John R. Doty

THE LANDMARK GUIDE TO ADULT CARDIAC, CONGENITAL CARDIAC, AND GENERAL THORACIC SURGERY--COMPLETELY UPDATED AND REVISED IN FULL COLOR An essential guide for daily clinical practice and a thorough review for the cardiothoracic boards, Johns Hopkins Textbook of Cardiothoracic Surgery is filled with authoritative guidance on surgical techniques and pre- and postoperative strategies for managing cardiothoracic disease. The content of this trusted classic reflects the rapidly changing field of cardiothoracic surgery. In addition to the basic curriculum required for certification, you will find coverage of advanced concepts, controversial issues, and new technologies. Johns Hopkins Textbook of Cardiothoracic Surgery provides an in-depth look at the full-spectrum of disorders and their surgical and medical management options, including congenital, acquired, and neoplastic diseases. Supporting this detailed coverage is an easy-to-navigate design and step-by-step explanations of the most complex operations. THE SECOND EDITION IS HIGHLIGHTED BY: NEW board review Q&A Ten NEW chapters including: Surgical Therapies for Atrial Fibrillation, Management of Adults with Congenital Heart Disease, and Stem Cells for Cardiac Surgical Disease NEW full-color illustrations An increased number of decision-making flow charts that will prove valuable when preparing for cases and examinations Key Concepts that highlight epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical features, diagnostic and treatment strategies, and outcomes for each topic NOTE: This book was previously known as the Johns Hopkins Manual of Cardiothoracic Surgery but the second edition has been renamed to better reflect its scope and comprehensive nature.

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1470

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McGraw Hill Professional

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0071714936

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9780071714938

Hong Kong Society

Our Stories beyond the Spectacle of East-Meets-West

By: Stephen WK Chiu,Kaxton YK Siu

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Hong Kong Society

Our Stories beyond the Spectacle of East-Meets-West

By: Stephen WK Chiu,Kaxton YK Siu

This book borrows the concept of “high-definition” from digital broadcasting technology to highlight our unique approach to Hong Kong society to give a sharper image than conventional lower resolution “standard-definition” system. It intends to highlight contrasts with many common and taken-for-granted stories, myths and representations of Hong Kong—to which we consider only “standard-definition” with low degree of detail, lacking proper connections between grounded personal experience and macro social context. With chapters covering various salient dimensions of Hong Kong’s society, including migration, economy, inequality, identity and social movements, our “high-definition“ approach present images with high enough “resolution” to match multiple layers of experiences from walks of life of Hong Kong people, contributing to an understanding of how global transformation impacts on local people’s experiences, as well as Hong Kong’s significance in the regional and global system.

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Palgrave Macmillan

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9811657068

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9789811657061

City-states In The Global Economy

Industrial Restructuring In Hong Kong And Singapore

By: Stephen W.K. Chiu

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City-states In The Global Economy

Industrial Restructuring In Hong Kong And Singapore

By: Stephen W.K. Chiu

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City-states In The Global Economy

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Rethinking Sociological Theory

Rethinking Sociological Theory

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Hong Kong

Johns Hopkins Textbook of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Second Edition

Johns Hopkins Textbook of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Second Edition

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City-states In The Global Economy

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