Hong Kong History Buff _ Floating City on Three Catties of Nails _ Hong Kong & Macau Limited Edition

Author: Hong Kong History Buff Publisher: Bright Culture Size: 150mm x 210mm Pages: 288 ISBN: 978-988-8820-14-6 【Content Introduction】 Was the Peak Tram built for personal gain? Did Hong Kong's first museum display venomous snakes and tiger heads? What was taught in the very first school in Hong Kong? Hong Kong History Buff believes that textbooks often focus on major political and economic events as the main narrative of Hong Kong's history, overlooking the more intriguing aspects. Following their previous works, "36 Hong Kong Historical Figures Textbooks Won't Teach You" and "Three Catties of Nails of the Pearl of the Orient - 25 Historical Stories That Laid the Foundation for Hong Kong," their latest book, "Floating City on Three Catties of Nails - 25 Everyday Hong Kong Historical Stories," delves into 25 less-explored historical tales from Hong Kong's founding in 1841. Through text and historical photographs, it constructs a multi-dimensional story of Hong Kong. The book is divided into four sections: Transportation, Entertainment, Food & Drink, and Culture & Education. These themes are lighter compared to the previous book, "Three Catties of Nails of the Pearl of the Orient," yet they connect to significant historical events. For instance, understanding the history of ice in Hong Kong can offer insights into the struggles faced by Westerners with epidemics in the early days of the colony. Similarly, the development of Hong Kong's museums reveals the contemporary views on knowledge and technology. This book aims to broaden the imagination regarding Hong Kong's history and allow readers to discover the city from a more everyday, relaxed perspective. 【Author Introduction】 Hong Kong History Buff is dedicated to crafting thematic stories about Hong Kong using its history and culture as material. Through a relaxed and accessible approach, they aim to help everyone understand Hong Kong's narrative. They have been interviewed by various media outlets, including Apple Daily, Stand News, and Voice of America. Their published works include "Three Catties of Nails of the Pearl of the Orient - 25 Historical Stories That Laid the Foundation for Hong Kong" and "36 Hong Kong Historical Figures Textbooks Won't Teach You." They frequently host historical themed lectures and workshops, inviting participants to explore and uncover interesting yet profoundly influential small stories of Hong Kong, encouraging a pause within the realms of history and culture to rediscover our Hong Kong.