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A Companion to The Story of the Stone

A Chapter-by-Chapter Guide

By: Kenneth Hsien-Yung Pai,Susan Chan Egan

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A Companion to The Story of the Stone

A Chapter-by-Chapter Guide

By: Kenneth Hsien-Yung Pai,Susan Chan Egan

The Story of the Stone (also known as Dream of the Red Chamber) is widely held to be the greatest work of Chinese literature, beloved by readers ever since it was first published in 1791. The story revolves around the young scion of a mighty clan who, instead of studying for the civil service examinations, frolics with his maidservants and girl cousins. The narrative is cast within a mythic framework in which the protagonist’s rebellion against Confucian strictures is guided by a Buddhist monk and a Taoist priest. Embedded in the novel is a biting critique of imperial China’s political and social system. This book is a straightforward guide to a complex classic that was written at a time when readers had plenty of leisure to sort through the hundreds of characters and half a dozen subplots that weave in and out of the book’s 120 chapters. Each chapter of the companion summarizes and comments on each chapter of the novel. The companion provides English-speaking readers—whether they are simply dipping into this novel or intent on a deep analysis of this masterpiece—with the cultural context to enjoy the story and understand its world. The book is keyed to David Hawkes and John Minford’s English translation of The Story of the Stone and includes an index that gives the original Chinese names and terms.

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Columbia University Press

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0231553137

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9780231553131

The Natural Philosophy of Chu Hsi (1130-1200)

By: Yung Sik Kim

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The Natural Philosophy of Chu Hsi (1130-1200)

By: Yung Sik Kim

Chu Hsi (1130-1200) exerted a lasting influence on the thought and life of the Chinese in subsequent cent. The core of his synthesis was moral and social philosophy, but it also included knowledge about the natural world. His doctrine of ke-wu (invest. of things) made him mindful of the specialized knowledged in such "scientific" traditions as astronomy, harmonics, med., etc. This study of Chu Hsi's thought gives a systematic account of the basic concepts of his natural philosophy. Also discusses Chu Hsi's actual knowledge about the natural world. And examines the relation between Chu Hsi and Chinese "scientific" traditions and compares his natural knowledge with that of the Western scientific tradition.

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American Philosophical Society

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087169235X

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9780871692351

Chinese Émigré Intellectuals and Their Quest for Liberal Values in the Cold War, 1949–1969

By: Kenneth Kai-chung Yung

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Chinese Émigré Intellectuals and Their Quest for Liberal Values in the Cold War, 1949–1969

By: Kenneth Kai-chung Yung

This book will inspire readers who are concerned about the prospects for democracy in contemporary China by painting a picture of the Chinese self-exiles’ experiences in the 1950s and 1960s.

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BRILL

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9004466045

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9789004466043

The Flower Princess

A Cantonese Opera by Tong Dik Sang

By: Bell Yung

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The Flower Princess

A Cantonese Opera by Tong Dik Sang

By: Bell Yung

The Flower Princess (Dae Neui Fa or Dinuhua in Mandarin) has become the most renowned Cantonese Opera since its 1957 premier in Hong Kong. The opera is a serious political drama played out between the Han and nonHan following the fall of the Ming dynasty, and the plot pits romantic love against the lofty Confucian ideals of social hierarchy and moral rectitude. This is the first complete English translation of the opera, featuring text, song titles, speech types, and choreographic and stage setting. It also contains a foreword by Pak Suet Sin (Bai Xuexian), the celebrated Cantonese Opera actress who created the role of the Princess in the original production.

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The Chinese University of Hong Kong Press

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9629969246

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9789629969240

Space–Time Conservation Element and Solution Element Method

Advances and Applications in Engineering Sciences

By: Chih-Yung Wen,Yazhong Jiang,Lisong Shi

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Space–Time Conservation Element and Solution Element Method

Advances and Applications in Engineering Sciences

By: Chih-Yung Wen,Yazhong Jiang,Lisong Shi

This open access book introduces the fundamentals of the space–time conservation element and solution element (CESE) method, which is a novel numerical approach for solving equations of physical conservation laws. It highlights the recent progress to establish various improved CESE schemes and its engineering applications. With attractive accuracy, efficiency, and robustness, the CESE method is particularly suitable for solving time-dependent nonlinear hyperbolic systems involving dynamical evolutions of waves and discontinuities. Therefore, it has been applied to a wide spectrum of problems, e.g., aerodynamics, aeroacoustics, magnetohydrodynamics, multi-material flows, and detonations. This book contains algorithm analysis, numerical examples, as well as demonstration codes. This book is intended for graduate students and researchers who are interested in the fields such as computational fluid dynamics (CFD), mechanical engineering, and numerical computation.

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Springer Nature

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9819908760

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Cantonese Opera

Performance as Creative Process

By: Bell Yung

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Cantonese Opera

Performance as Creative Process

By: Bell Yung

This book examines Cantonese opera, one of the grandest of the traditional musical theatres in China.

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Cambridge University Press

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0521305063

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My Life in Medicine

A Hong Kong Journey

By: Yuen Kwok-Yung (袁國勇)

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My Life in Medicine

A Hong Kong Journey

By: Yuen Kwok-Yung (袁國勇)

From humble beginnings in Hong Kong, Yuen Kwok-Yung rose to international prominence as an academic, physician, and microbiologist. As an advisor to governments, he and colleagues made discoveries that helped the world cope in often controversial ways with unprecedented threats to public health, including the COVID-19 pandemic. In this compelling memoir, Dr. Yuen weaves personal stories with those from his extraordinary medical careers to take readers on an inspiring journey about perseverance, courage, faith, and the ongoing peril of infectious diseases. “This autobiography and lesson on medical ethics reveals how Professor Yuen has strived and overcome many adversities to complete his university education and work as a doctor in a public hospital, how fate has made him turn to an academic career and paved the way for him to become a clinician scientist to pursue research. With his curiosity, talents, perseverance, devotion, and excellent leadership he has made his team the ‘Sherlock Holmes’ for emerging infectious diseases. I must say he was the right person at the right time and the right place. Despite his lifelong outstanding achievements, he is a modest person, well aware of his own shortcomings and attributes most of the credit to his teammates.” —Professor Rosie Young Tse-Tse, former pro-vice-chancellor and senior pro-vice-chancellor, The University of Hong Kong “Professor Yuen’s excellence as physician, surgeon, clinical scientist, and public health advisor has culminated in his crowning achievement—the body of research on H5N1 influenza which helped so much to contain the SARS virus outbreak and more recently the COVID-19 pandemic. K.Y. has given us his life story—a fascinating and instructive journey in overcoming hardships, challenges, and vicissitudes. This autobiography will educate readers in humanity, dedication, and unwavering devotion to hard but important work, both within the medical profession and Hong Kong’s wider community.” —Professor Richard Yu Yue-Hong, former president and senior advisor, The Hong Kong College of Physicians “For the many admirers of Professor Yuen Kwok-Yung, this book helps us understand what made him the brilliant scientist, the popular communicator, the motivating leader, the inspiring teacher, the devoted doctor, the devout Christian, and most importantly the loving person. His life story is that of a most representative son of Hong Kong, whose decades of hard work have earned him the respect and trust of the worldwide medical fraternity. His thirst to learn every step along the way has turned what to others might have been negative impediments to positive energy, achievement, and influence. How can we not be touched by his description of his childhood, his relationship with his family, his recollection of his patients, and his recognition for the value of constructive dissent? And we will aways remember his invaluable advice, ‘We must live wisely and fully before our deaths to make life meaningful’.” —Mrs. Selina Chow Liang Shuk-Yee, media expert and former Legislative and Executive Councillor “My first encounter with Kwok-Yung (K.Y.) took place one evening in 1992 when I, as a very green lecturer in medicine, needed someone to perform an urgent smear on the joint fluid of a patient with high fever. It was after hours and regular staff could not be found, but for K.Y. who was working alone in the corner of the laboratory, and who later confirmed the diagnosis of gonorrheal infection for my patient and taught me a great lesson on the treatment of this condition. This was how dedicated K.Y. was as a microbiologist. To many of us, K.Y. is a legend within HKUMed. He leads through practicing fairness, compassion, humility, excellence in science and, most importantly, his desires to improve the health of his patients and the society. Reading the drafts of this autobiography has filled my days with inspiration. This is a must-read for all.” —Professor Lau Chak-Sing, dean, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong “As a school student, Professor Yuen Kwok-Yung was a fan of Sherlock Holmes. In time, he has become a world-renowned detective hunting for pathogenic viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites, saving lives, and contributing to making the world a safer place. He is an inspiration to future generations of medical Sherlock Holmeses.” —Professor Dennis Lo Yuk-Ming, president, The Hong Kong Academy of Sciences “K.Y. Yuen, the iconic HKU microbiologist, tells the story of his life and career, and how Christian faith and love shaped his destiny. His scientific discoveries were not by chance, but through teamwork, leadership, and painstaking methodology. He sought the truth, faced, and overcame formidable challenges. His heartwarming personal story is that of a son, student, clinician, friend, husband, and teacher. It beckons us to embrace the ultimate reality.” —Dr. David Fang Jin-Sheng, former president, The Hong Kong Academy of Medicine “The incredible stories and groundbreaking discoveries of Professor Yuen in his relentless pursuit of combating infectious disease outbreaks are truly exemplary. His remarkable career trajectory—which encompassed rigorous training as a frontline physician, surgeon, clinical microbiologist and virologist—has uniquely equipped him to confront the most critical public health challenges in Hong Kong and around the globe. This book is an absolute must-read for doctors and public health officers alike.” —Dr. Leung Pak-Yin, former chief executive, Hospital Authority, and founding controller, Centre for Health Protection, Hong Kong “It was my first day as an intern in the Department of Surgery, United Christian Hospital in 1984. Dr. Yuen Kwok-Yung brought me to the bedside of an elderly woman. He held her hands and told me, ‘Au, when you greet your patients by holding their hands, you can build up the rapport and trust while assessing many useful clinical signs like warmth, moisture, pallor, pulse, and capillary refilling.’ This first encounter with Professor Yuen stayed in my mind for 40 years. After reading his autobiography, I understand how a passionate, frontline clinician grows into a great scientist with global perspective and basic research skills to combat major infectious disease outbreaks and contribute to the wellbeing of mankind.” —Dr. Au Yiu-Kai, consultant surgeon, Hospital Authority, and war zone volunteer of Medecins Sans Frontieres

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Hong Kong University Press

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9888842943

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9789888842940

Making Revolution

The Communist Movement in Eastern and Central China, 1937-1945

By: Yung-fa Chen

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Making Revolution

The Communist Movement in Eastern and Central China, 1937-1945

By: Yung-fa Chen

This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1986.

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Univ of California Press

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0520335708

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9780520335707

Kingly Crafts

The Archaeology of Craft Production in Late Shang China

By: Yung-ti Li

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Kingly Crafts

The Archaeology of Craft Production in Late Shang China

By: Yung-ti Li

The site of Anyang, the last capital of the Shang dynasty, dated to around 1200 to 1000 BCE, is one of the most important sources of knowledge about craft production in Bronze Age China. Excavations and research of the settlement over the past ninety years demonstrate both the advanced level of Shang craft workers and the scale and capacity of the craft industries of the time. However, materials unearthed in Anyang by different expeditions have since been stored separately in China and Taiwan, making a thorough study of this important aspect of life in Shang China challenging. Despite efforts to integrate the data based on published material, the physical evidence rarely has been considered as a single group. Through a systematic analysis of the archaeological materials available in both China and Taiwan, Yung-ti Li provides a detailed picture of craft production in Anyang and paves the way for a new understanding of how the Shang capital functioned as a metropolis. Focusing on craft-producing activities, including bronze casting, bone working, shell and marble inlay working, lithic working, and pottery production, Kingly Crafts examines the material remains, the technology, and the production organization of the craft industries. Although the level of Shang craftsmanship can be seen in the finished products, Li demonstrates that it is necessary to study workshop remains and their archaeological context to reconstruct the social and political contexts of craft production. Offering a comprehensive investigation of these remains, Kingly Crafts sheds new light on the relationships between craft industries and political authority in the late Shang period.

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Columbia University Press

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0231549636

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9780231549639

Father's Gold Secret

父親的黃金秘密 – 1949

By: Wu Sing-yung, MD, PhD（吳興鏞教授)

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Father's Gold Secret

父親的黃金秘密 – 1949

By: Wu Sing-yung, MD, PhD（吳興鏞教授)

All of the historical facts about the U.S. gold aid that was given to China. How American Gold in China changed history in 1949 and is still having an impact on our lives today. You will gain a much better understanding of the Sino-American relationship and today’s world after reading this book.

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401

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Outskirts Press

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197724386X

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9781977243867

Retribution

The Jiling Chronicles

By: Yung-p'ing Li

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Retribution

The Jiling Chronicles

By: Yung-p'ing Li

Retribution opens with the raucous festivities surrounding the annual procession to honor the Bodhisattva Guanyin. Changsheng, the young wife of the local coffin maker Liu Laoshi, is raped while making an offering to Guanyin in the hope of increasing her chances of bearing a son. Changsheng hangs herself following the encounter, and Liu Laoshi exacts bloody vengeance on the rapist's own wife and favorite prostitute. This act of sexual violence and its retribution provide the narrative pivot around which is woven a web of interconnecting stories, whose characters and events provide divergent perspectives on the rape and its aftermath. The result is an unforgettable exploration of the intersections of sexual desire, sadism, folk belief, and the inexorable cycles of karmic retribution.

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Columbia University Press

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0231508921

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9780231508926

Atmospheric Radiation

Theoretical Basis

By: R. M. Goody,Y. L. Yung

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Atmospheric Radiation

Theoretical Basis

By: R. M. Goody,Y. L. Yung

A complete revision of Goody's classic 1964 work, this volume offers a systematic discussion of atmospheric radiation processes that today are at the center of worldwide study and concern. It deals with the ways in which incident solar radiation is transformed into scattered and thermal radiation, and the thermodynamic consequences for the Earth's gaseous envelope, identifying aspects of the interaction between radiation and atmospheric motions as the central theme for atmospheric radiation studies. As a complete treatment of physical and mathematical foundations, the text assumes no prior knowledge of atmospheric physics. The theoretical discussion is systematic, and can therefore be applied with minor extension to any planetary atmosphere.

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Oxford University Press

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0195356101

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9780195356106

Questioning Science in East Asian Contexts

Essays on Science, Confucianism, and the Comparative History of Science

By: Yung Sik Kim

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Questioning Science in East Asian Contexts

Essays on Science, Confucianism, and the Comparative History of Science

By: Yung Sik Kim

Questioning Science in East Asian Contexts brings together twelve essays written by Yung Sik Kim addressing various questions about the social and cultural contexts of science in East Asia. Most of the essays deal with the relationship between science and Confucianism, especially the roles that Confucian thought, values, and institutions have on the development of science. Kim shows that this relationship is very complex and multifaceted, and cannot be dealt with in a simplistic manner. Kim offers comparative perspectives and discusses the problems of intercultural comparisons; he demonstrates that in spite of the potential dangers that accompany these comparisons, they should be made nonetheless as they allow for a better understanding of the situation in East Asia.

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BRILL

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9004265317

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9789004265318

Unbound Voices

A Documentary History of Chinese Women in San Francisco

By: Judy Yung

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Unbound Voices

A Documentary History of Chinese Women in San Francisco

By: Judy Yung

Unbound Voices brings together the voices of Chinese American women in a fascinating, intimate collection of documents—letters, essays, poems, autobiographies, speeches, testimonials, and oral histories—detailing half a century of their lives in America. Together, these sources provide a captivating mosaic of Chinese women's experiences in their own words, as they tell of making a home for themselves and their families in San Francisco from the Gold Rush years through World War II. The personal nature of these documents makes for compelling reading. We hear the voices of prostitutes and domestic slavegirls, immigrant wives of merchants, Christians and pagans, homemakers, and social activists alike. We read the stories of daughters who confronted cultural conflicts and racial discrimination; the myriad ways women coped with the Great Depression; and personal contributions to the causes of women's emancipation, Chinese nationalism, workers' rights, and World War II. The symphony of voices presented here lends immediacy and authenticity to our understanding of the Chinese American women's lives. This rich collection of women's stories also serves to demonstrate collective change over time as well as to highlight individual struggles for survival and advancement in both private and public spheres. An educational tool on researching and reclaiming women's history, Unbound Voices offers us a valuable lesson on how one group of women overcame the legacy of bound feet and bound lives in America. The selections are accompanied by photographs, with extensive introductions and annotation by Judy Yung, a noted authority on primary resources relating to the history of Chinese American women.

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Univ of California Press

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0520922875

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9780520922877

The Huaqiao Warriors

Chinese Resistance Movement in the Philippines, 1942-45

By: Yuk-wai Yung Li

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The Huaqiao Warriors

Chinese Resistance Movement in the Philippines, 1942-45

By: Yuk-wai Yung Li

Among the extremely limited English language literature on the Chinese resistance movement in the Philippines during the Japanese occupation, this book is unique in making use of documents from the United States National Archives, supplemented by memorials and articles recently published in China and the Philippines. While the reliability of these original sources is questionable, the difficulty of interpreting these sources was dealt with openly and effort was made to compare contradictory accounts objectively. Meanwhile, the characteristics of the Chinese resistance movement were summarized in its historical social context, and the long-term effect of the resistance movement on the Chinese community in the Philippines was addressed. The book thus fills an important gap in Philippine historiography on the Second World War and in the understanding of the Philippine Chinese community and the effect of Japanese occupation upon it.

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Hong Kong University Press

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9622093736

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9789622093737

Social Engineering and the Social Sciences in China, 1919-1949

By: Yung-chen Chiang

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Social Engineering and the Social Sciences in China, 1919-1949

By: Yung-chen Chiang

In this 2001 book, Chiang narrates the origins, visions and achievements of the social sciences in China.

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Cambridge University Press

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0521770149

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9780521770149

The Common Features In Music In The Extended Common Practice

By: Au Tin-yung Alex

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The Common Features In Music In The Extended Common Practice

By: Au Tin-yung Alex

這本書提供了一個普遍性的角度去討論音樂，探討不同音樂的共同語言，作者提出了四個所有音樂均擁有的特性，分別是 Transverse Motion, Longitudinal Collection, Intertexture 及 Continuity，並用這四個共同的特性作為一個工具去分析不同時期和種類的音樂作品。

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博學出版社

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9881207401

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9789881207401

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