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本書《雲之此端．彼端——卑南遺址陶器古雲紋印記探索》（Across the Clouds Exploring Ancient Cloud Patterns Imprinted on Pottery from the Pei-nan Site），作者葉美珍巧妙透過各種雲彩的鋪陳，帶領讀者一同去探索卑南遺址陶器古雲紋可能的來歷。本書為第一手資料的濃縮轉化，透過本書，我們可以認識卑南遺址的陶器、卑南文化與三和文化的關係，以及三和文化如何傳播、有哪些代表性聚落等等。有了這些入門的概念，讀者可以帶著想像的翅膀，跳上作者準備的觔斗雲，一起回到2500年前的卑南遺址去看看。

Written in Stone by Polo Bourieau is an extraordinary exploration of how monumental sculpture transforms urban spaces into places of meaning and connection. From the ancient marble quarries of Carrara to the skyscrapers of Hong Kong or the bustling lanes of Chengdu, this richly illustrated book charts Polo’s creative journey, offering profound insights into the dialogue between sculpture, architecture, and community.Structured as an epic narrative inspired by Joseph Campbell’s monomyth theory, Polo’s sculptures become the protagonists of our common narrative of adventure, transformation, and identity. With reflections on the creative process and a conversation with urban planner and design writer Catherine Shaw, the book delves into the challenges and realities of creating public art in the dynamic landscapes of 21st-century China.Written in Stone offers a philosophical meditation on the power of art to shape our cities and ourselves. It invites readers—whether city planners,

Discover the fascinating world of the Shang Dynasty through 99 questions and answersWhere did the Shang rule? Why is Fu Hao so famous? And did the Shang really invent chopsticks? Find out the answers to all these questions and many, many more in this high-interest romp through the world of the Shang Dynasty!99 Questions About... makes historical civilisations come alive with interest, humour and occasional weirdness. The core information is excellent support for curriculum topics, while the dip-in structure and light amounts of text will entice even reluctant readers who enjoy the light-hearted Horrible Histories approach to learning. The high-interest approach is complimented by a striking, two-colour design, featuring simple but eye-catching graphics.Fun reading for children aged 8 and up.Books in the series:Ancient EgyptiansAncient GreeksAztecsBeninMayaRomansShang DynastySong DynastyStone, Bronze and Iron AgeVikings

Discover the fascinating world of the ancient Greeks through 99 questions and answersWhere did the ancient Greeks do their shopping? Why did the Athenians worship Athena? And just what happened in a hippodrome?! Find out the answers to all these questions and many, many more in this high-interest romp through the world of the ancient Greeks.99 Questions About... makes historical civilisations come alive with interest, humour and occasional weirdness. The core information is excellent support for curriculum topics, while the dip-in structure and light amounts of text will entice even reluctant readers who enjoy the light-hearted Horrible Histories approach to learning. The high-interest approach is complimented by a striking, two-colour design, featuring simple but eye-catching graphics.Fun reading for children aged 8 and up.Books in the series:Ancient EgyptiansAncient GreeksAztecsBeninMayaRomansShang DynastySong DynastyStone, Bronze and Iron AgeVikings

伊恩．麥克哈格以《道法自然》（Design with Nature）一書而聞名，該書開創生態規劃的思想，強調人與自然環境之間的和諧共生關係，並提出生態景觀設計與永續環境規畫的重要方法，引發公眾對環境議題的深度關注，是20世紀最有影響力的環境規劃師和景觀設計師之一。2019年是《道法自然》出版50周年，弗雷德里克，斯坦納等世界各國深受麥克哈格思想影響的專家學者共同合作，編著了《道法自然進行式》（Design with Nature Now）一書，目的除了紀念麥克哈格以及他偉大的思想，更重要的是探討過去50年的道法自然理念發展，以及如今這個時代所面臨的問題以及應對的永續設計方向。

This book tells the truly unique life story of Dr. John Maeda, a visionary leader in multiple fields and recipient of a City University of Hong Kong Honorary Doctorate. The book discusses Dr. Maeda’s most interesting experiences, from his childhood at his parents’ tofu factory in Seattle to his days as an MIT professor, a pioneering digital artist, Silicon Valley venture capitalist, and more. It is suitable for readers interested in art, design, technology, artificial intelligence, and theAsian immigrant family experience in the United States.

The 2024 New York Times / New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's BooksFrom the inimitable creator of El Deafo, this all-ages alphabet book is also a hand-wrought, high-fidelity, hilariously tongue-in-cheek homage to the golden days of album cover art. Cece Bell loves music and collecting old record albums, her introduction explains, especially albums featuring animal artists. The bouncing harmonies of the Barbershop Beagles, the elegant crooning of the elephant Ella Fontaine, the hilarious rhymes of the Hip-Hop Hedgehogs--all are represented in this quirky ABC book that draws on the creator's personal collection of albums, memorabilia, and lyrics dating between 1944 and 1984, the heyday of album design. With wry, witty text, silly and sumptuous sound play, and biographical end matter on all twenty-six musical acts, the book commands and stands up to repeated readings. Bright, zany art--all painted and lettered by hand--a stellar design, and an album-size trim make it a col

聽聽恐龍們的故事，並發現如何使用簡單的正念練習來應對不同的情緒。這本適合5歲以上兒童的情感和感受全彩指南提供了：l 十個可朗讀的故事，展示了幫助應對不同情緒的工具l 以溫和易接近的方式開展關於情感的對話的機會l 來自澳大利亞兒童心理學家安伯·歐文的簡單正念練習l 甜美、色彩繽紛的插圖，為故事增添生動，並提供了逐個討論每種情感的機會l 書末有一份“如何使用本書”的指南，供照顧者參考。A mindful guide to mastering dinosaur-sized feelings from multi-award-winning author Swapna Haddow and her evolved dinosaur friend, Doctor Diplo.Doctor Diplo is the Jurassic kingdom's best-loved therapist.Meet him and ten of his Jurassic friends...Steggie the Angry DinosaurRex the Scared DinosaurBruno the Sad DinosaurMinka the Happy DinosaurPoppy the Lonely DinosaurPercy the Shy DinosaurTerrie the Excited DinosaurTrev the Overwhelmed DinosaurIggy the Bored DinosaurNino the Content DinosaurHear their stories, and discover how to navigate different emotions with simple mindfulness tools and exercises.This cute and funny, full-colour guide on emotions and feelings for children 5+ offers:-Ten read-aloud stories demonstrating tools to help navigate different emotions-An opportunity to open up conversat

Step into the magical world of the ballet with this timeless collection of four stories, each one based on a beloved classical ballet, now beautifully reimagined by the award-winning Caryl Hart, with luminous illustrations throughout from Briony May Smith. Delight in dancing swans, fantastical firebirds, sleeping princesses and sugar plum fairies in this fresh, dynamic and magical collection that will delight all ages from 5 and up. With its gold foil cover, jewellike colours and striking design, this is the ultimate gift for all fans of ballet and fairy tale and a glorious celebration of story, dance and theatre.A book to treasure and share. Featuring Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, The Firebird and The Nutcracker.

Learn all about the world of architecture in only 100 words! This book explores the most iconic buildings from around the world as well as the history of architecture, from basic huts to incredible skyscrapers. From columns to pyramids, each of the carefully chosen 100 words has its own 100-word long description and colourful illustration, providing a fascinating introduction to amazing architecture from throughout history.From the familiar to the jaw-dropping, the medieval to ultra-modern, this is an inspiring look at some of architecture's greatest developments.With a clean, contemporary design, each word occupies a page of its own. A large striking illustration neatly encapsulates the accompanying 100 words of text.A fascinating introduction to cool buildings in a fun and accessible format, this is the perfect gift for aspiring architects or curious young minds!

Count all the way to Christmas Eve with the Cat Family in this lift-the-flap advent calendar-style book with more than 140 doors to open. Help the Cat Family decorate, bake and prepare the house for the holiday season as you count down the twelve days til Christmas. Just like an advent calendar, Cat Family Christmasends with the excitement and anticipation of Christmas Eve.Open up tiny but sturdy flap 'doors' on each one of the 24 pages to reveal little details and surprises. Peer inside the cupboard doors and different-sized tins in the busy Cat Family kitchen to find the missing ingredients for the cake. Open all the front doors on the street when the Cat Family go carol singing.This is a whimsical Christmas book that gives the Victorian advent calendar tradition a contemporary twist for advent calendar door-hungry hands. Every page is rich with Liberty print-style pick-and-mix patterns and William Morris-inspired friezes. The Cat Family are full of character and personality, and the

從發想到創作歷程，最詳實的記錄！《哈利波特》與《怪獸》系列，打造了一個波瀾壯闊的魔法世界，而作為電影視覺設計團隊，MinaLima以豐沛的想像力與創造力，及無與倫比的熱情和實驗精神，重現了場景裡的各式道具。不只是普通的美術設定集，兩人藏在書中的互動機關，更準備帶給你前所未有的魔法體驗。能如此完美地還原羅琳筆下的巫師世界，也是一種魔法吧。在麻瓜眼前毫不保留地大展身手，魔法部怎麼還不來抓人。A full-colour illustrated compendium chronicling the magical twenty-year journey of acclaimed art and design studio, MinaLima, the creative genius behind the graphics for the Harry Potter film series. "It all started with a letter ..." Miraphora Mina and Eduardo Lima began their extraordinary partnership in 2001 when Warner Bros. invited them to realize the imaginative visual universe of the Harry Potter film series. The two artists would never have guessed that the graphic props they designed for the films - including the Hogwarts acceptance letter, Marauder's Map, Daily Prophet newspaper, The Quibbler and Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes - would become cultural icons loved by Wizarding World fans around the world.Eight years later, the pair formed their own design studio, MinaLima, and expanded their

Take an inspirational journey through the seasons with this updated edition of Nature Month-by-Month: A Children’s Almanac.Beautifully illustrated by Elly Jahnz and written by nature-lover and wild swimmer Anna Wilson, this fantastic, fully illustrated guide to 2022 includes nature spotter guides, indoor and outdoor craft and activity ideas, seasonal recipes and celebrations of religious festivals and special events.A wonderful gift to treasure and explore over the coming year, this gorgeous almanac, which has been updated with one third new material and revised design throughout, will encourage young readers to connect with nature and the world around them.

Part lullaby, part love song, this perfectly pitched bedtime book gives a nod to its classic predecessors as it champions the vibrant independent spirit of local bookstores. Join the Little Bookstore's friendly staff as they draw the curtain on another busy day of browsing and matchmaking. Choose a bedtime story, say your good nights, and pet the shop's feline mascot on your way out. Snuggle up to a loved one for a read-aloud, then drift off to sweet dreams of adventure and enchantment to come. Drawing on the best tradition of classic bedtime books, Amy Cherrix's lilting text brims with sound play, soothing patterns, and repetition, while E. B. Goodale's bright, inclusive artwork offers people-watching at its best, conjuring the bustling, ineffable mood of a homespun hall of treasures. Penned by a bookseller and illustrated with warmth and zeal, this cozy homage to the neighborhood bookshop ends with a gallery of bookstores around the world, encouraging local engagement and offering a

Special unjacketed hardback edition of the first part of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings. This edition features the complete story with a unique cover design embellished with gold foil and the iconic maps of Middle-earth appearing in red and black as endpapers.Sauron, the Dark Lord, has gathered to him all the Rings of Power – the means by which he intends to rule Middle-earth. All he lacks in his plans for dominion is the One Ring – the ring that rules them all – which has fallen into the hands of the hobbit, Bilbo Baggins. In a sleepy village in the Shire, young Frodo Baggins finds himself faced with an immense task, as his elderly cousin Bilbo entrusts the Ring to his care.Frodo must leave his home and make a perilous journey across Middle-earth to the Cracks of Doom, there to destroy the Ring and foil the Dark Lord in his evil purpose.

Special unjacketed hardback edition of the second part of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings. This edition features the complete story with a unique cover design embellished with copper foil and the iconic maps appearing in red and black as endpapers.Frodo and the Companions of the Ring have been beset by danger during their quest to prevent the Ruling Ring from falling into the hands of the Dark Lord by destroying it in the Cracks of Doom. They have lost the wizard, Gandalf, in the battle with an evil spirit in the Mines of Moria; and at the Falls of Rauros, Boromir, seduced by the power of the Ring, tried to seize it by force. While Frodo and Sam made their escape the rest of the company were attacked by Orcs.Now they continue their journey alone down the great River Anduin – alone, that is, save for the mysterious creeping figure that follows wherever they go.

Special unjacketed hardback edition of the final part of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings. This edition features the complete story with a unique cover design embellished with silver foil and the iconic maps appearing in red and black as endpapers.The Companions of the Ring have become involved in separate adventures as the quest continues. Aragorn, revealed as the hidden heir of the ancient Kings of the West, joined with the Riders of Rohan against the forces of Isengard, and took part in the desperate victory of the Hornburg. Merry and Pippin, captured by orcs, escaped into Fangorn Forest and there encountered the Ents.Gandalf returned, miraculously, and defeated the evil wizard, Saruman. Meanwhile, Sam and Frodo progressed towards Mordor to destroy the Ring, accompanied by Sméagol – Gollum, still obsessed by his ‘preciouss’. After a battle with the giant spider, Shelob, Sam left his master for dead; but Frodo is still alive – in the hands of the orcs.And all

From beloved heritage brand Pendleton comes this collection of delicious, family-friendly recipes to elevate any outdoor excursion.Brimming with Pendleton's signature patterns and timeless wisdom, this handsome book is a wonderful companion for families and friends who love spending time in nature. Discover expert tips on how to prep ingredients ahead of time, easily transport supplies, and cook over an open fire or camping stove. Come together around the campfire with more than 30 delicious recipes for outdoor adventures, including:• Skillet Hash with Sausage and Eggs• Campfire Grilled Pizza• Charred Corn Salad with Spices• Pendleton Campfire Popcorn• Giant Snickerdoodle S'mores• And so much more.BELOVED BRAND: For over 150 years, Pendleton Woolen Mills has been one of America's most beloved heritage brands. Known for their woolen blankets and clothing, they are celebrated by people who love the great outdoors.FAMILY FUN: These family-friendly recipes are the perfect way to bring ever

National Book Award finalist Elizabeth Partridge reveals the life and work of Frederick Law Olmsted, the designer of Central Park, the United States Capitol building's landscape, and more. Nobody could get Frederick Law Olmsted to sit still. He was filled with energy, adventure, and dreams of changing the world. As a boy, he found refuge in the peace and calm of nature, and later as an adult, he dreamed of designing and creating access to parks for a growing and changing America. When New York City held a contest for the best park design for what would become Central Park, Olmsted won and became the father of landscape architecture. He went on to design parks across America, including Yosemite National Park and even the grounds for the United States Capitol. This scenic biography is lavishly illustrated by Becca Stadtlander, and National Book Award finalist Elizabeth Partridge brings her renowned lyricism and meticulous research to the visionary who brought parks to the people.

Following the success of Jazz Covers, this epic volume of groove assembles over 500 legendary covers from a golden era in African American music. Psychedelia meets Black Power, sexual liberation meets social conscience, and street portraiture meets fantastical cartoon in this dazzling anthology of visualized funk and soul.Gathering both classic and rare covers, the collection celebrates each artwork's ability to capture not only a buyer's interest, but an entire musical mood. Browse through and discover the brilliant, the bold, the outlandish and the sheer beautiful designs that fans rushed to get their hands on as the likes of Marvin Gaye, James Brown, Curtis Mayfield, Michael Jackson, and Prince changed the world with their unique and unforgettable sounds.Featuring interviews with key industry figures, Funk & Soul Covers also provides cultural context and design analysis for many of the chosen record covers.

Named with a simple word meaning ‘cloth’, NUNO is one of Japan’s most important textile-design companies. Founded in 1984 by the legendary Junichi Arai and the company’s current director, Reiko Sudo, it is recognized as one of the world’s most innovative textile producers. Known for weaving together tradition and cutting-edge technology, NUNO designers are inspired by the past, present and future, integrating unexpected elements, such as paper or feathers or aluminium, with industrial methods, such as spatter-plating and chemical etching.All NUNO textiles – more than 2,500 have been created – are produced in Japan and are usually the handiwork of an individual craftsperson. Each bolt of cloth has a story to tell. Though their textiles appear regularly in books, textile exhibitions and museum collections, a comprehensive NUNO monograph has not existed - until now.Featuring the most outstanding, influential or experimental fabrics, the book is organized into seven chapters, each based on

工，是一種淬鍊的過程，一，則是對於設計的初心。2014年，7月14日，三位來自台灣的80後設計人，組成了「工一設計│one work design」譜寫了80後設計師不同於前輩的發展道路：──與其單打獨鬥，不如集合力量，在創業的過程中彼此扶持，共同拚搏，同時互相交流，彼此競爭，追求進步。在短短6年多時間裡拿遍國內外設計大獎，作品遍及兩案，案型多元不拘，成為80後華人設計的偶像。 本書記錄了工一設

創意大師．德博諾博士（Edward de Bono）說:「當一個新的點子泉湧而出的時候，它不可能沒經過『思考』。」 Design→THINKING→設計×思考＝從概念構成、研究、原型、到使用者互動的過程。→設計×流程的最高境界就是整合了對藝術、科學、與文化的渴望。→設計×靈感的微妙關係很棘手，尤其當它阻礙你思考其它選項的時候。→設計×形式＝概念進化成實體物件、具體圖像、或可用系統，或是

Are you ready to begin your journey through space? Then all you have to do is look up into the night sky. What can you see?Marvel at the twinkling stars, and the constellations that they make. Learn about what different cultures call each shape and what the patterns means to them.Then get ready to venture farther – out into the solar system and past what the naked eye can see. Hop from planet to planet and discover what makes Earth different, or similar, to its celestial neighbours. Marvel at the ways that humans have explored our solar system, and beyond, with space shuttles, rockets and probes. There is a whole wide universe out there, with secrets and mysteries to solve.Grab your telescope and get ready for the intergalactic journey of a lifetime!

Look back at the 33-year history of the world’s longest-running musical: Les Miserables. This book is an ideal companion for anyone who loves the show.Ever since its first performances in 1985, Les Misérables has been a smash success, and is now the longest-running musical in the world with an award-winning Hollywood movie to its name. Les Misérables: The Official Archives takes a look back through the storied life of this monumental show. Benedict Nightingale examines the entirety of the Les Misérables theatre legacy, from Victor Hugo’s original novel all the way to the movie’s Hollywood set, and reveals why this musical has so strongly captured hearts and imaginations. The show’s legion of fans will especially appreciate the images of such special memorabilia as annotated scripts, original costume sketches, and design notes for the 2012 film.

Radar Meteorology: A First Course introduces undergraduate and graduate students to the technology and application of radar in 21st century meteorology and atmospheric sciences. The book, designed to accompany university courses in radar meteorology, will have three distinct parts. In the first part, the reader will be introduced to electromagnetic wave propagation and radar design considerations. This part will then develop the techniques used to retrieve the key quantities central to radar meteorology: the effective radar reflectivity factor, the Doppler radial velocity and spectral width, and polarization variables. The second part will focus on operational meteorological applications, including data quality control, precipitation estimation and hydrometeorological applications, warm season mid-latitude severe weather, cold season hazardous weather, and tropical cyclones. The third part of the book will focus on research applications, including research

Presenting a global and interdisciplinary approach to plant ecology, this much-awaited new edition of the book Plants and Vegetation integrates classical themes with the latest ideas, models, and data. Keddy draws on extensive teaching experience to bring the field to life, guiding students through essential concepts with numerous real-world examples and full-colour illustrations throughout. The chapters begin by presenting the wider picture of the origin of plants and their impact on the Earth, before exploring the search for global patterns in plants and vegetation. Chapters on resources, stress, competition, herbivory, and mutualism explore causation, and a concluding chapter on conservation addresses the concern that one-third of all plant species are at risk of extinction. The scope of this edition is broadened further by a new chapter on population ecology, along with extensive examples including South African deserts, the Guyana Highlands of South America, Himalayan forests and

The balance of the world economy is shifting away from the established economies of Europe, Japan, and the USA, towards the emerging economies of Asia, especially India and China. With contributions from some of the world's leading growth theorists, this book analyses the long-term process of structural change and productivity growth across the world from a unique comparative perspective. Ongoing research from the World KLEMS Initiative is used to comparatively study new sources of growth - including the role of investment in intangible assets, human capital, technology catch-up, and trade in global value chains. This book provides comparisons of industries and economies that are key to analysing the impacts of international trade and investment. This makes it an ideal read for academics and students interested in understanding current patterns of economic growth. It will also be of value to professionals with an interest in the drivers of economic growth and crisis.

Into the Snow is an immediate depiction of a child playing, experiencing the sensory joys of winter and independence.Into the Snow is an exuberant story told in the child's own voice. Celebrating immediacy and exploration, along with the tender bond between mother and child, this is a story that feels good, the way all real things do.Masamitsu Saito was born in 1958 in Japan. He studied graphic design at Tama Art University. His work can be found in magazines, on chocolate packages, and inside wonderful books.Yuki Kaneko is an artist, naturalist, translator, and author. She grew up in Japan, and now lives in Brooklyn with her husband and daughter.

2018 Sainsbury's Children's ClassicThis classic story of Sophie and her extraordinary tea-time guest has been loved by millions of children since it was first published over 30 years ago. Now a new generation will enjoy this beautiful reformatted edition! The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don't expect to see at the door is a big furry, stripy tiger! This modern classic picture book is perfect for reading aloud, or for small children to read to themselves time and again.All artwork has been re-originated and a fresh design approach has been used for this reformatted edition.

Get ready to lift the flaps, giggle, and discover a rainbow of fun! In this interactive call-and-response book, young children are invited to lift the flaps to reveal the answers about the colors of some of their favorite things. From pink chocolate cake to green clouds, and even zebras with polka dots, the silly suggestions will have kids laughing out loud while learning all about colors.• A visual play-and-learn adventure that stimulates early learning and encourages creativity• An irresistible introduction to the basic concept of colors• Sturdy board book design with 16 big flaps that's just right for little handsWith its big flaps, Lift and Play: Colors is a lively introduction to the world of colors that children will turn to again and again!• Great family read-aloud book• Books for 3–5 years old• Books for preschool and kindergarten children

中華民國室內設計協會(Chinese Society of Interior Designers，簡稱CSID)，「台灣室內設計大獎」(Taiwan Interior Design Award, 簡稱TID Award)，自2007年由前任理事長姚政仲先生帶領的團隊創立，至今交由現任王玉麟理事長團隊接任，TID Award從台灣擴展至涵蓋華人區域的兩岸三地新秀、老將的同台較勁，展開競技大道，已成為

In Patterns: Design and Composition, M. A. Hann and I. S. Moxon present guidelines for the original design and composition of regular patterns alongside an understanding of the inherent structure

Essential reading to understand patterns for parallel programmingSoftware patterns have revolutionized the way we think about how software is designed, built, and documented, and the design of paralle

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★ 風靡全球的小金書系列，全新推出大谷翔平傳奇！★ 史上最強二刀流，50/50俱樂部唯一成員完整故事★ 世界大賽冠軍＋多座MVP榮耀，一次看懂傳奇紀錄他，是棒球場上的奇蹟。他，是改寫紀錄的名字——Shohei Ohtani。從日本的棒球少年，到站上世界舞台的大聯盟巨星，大谷翔平一步步證明，夢想可以同時揮棒與投球。成為史上第一位「50轟＋50盜」傳奇人物、奪下世界大賽冠軍，他不只是球星，更是時代象徵。這本經典小金書以溫暖明亮的插畫與淺顯易懂的文字，帶領孩子認識這位傳奇二刀流的成長旅程。每一頁都是勇氣與堅持的縮影，讓小讀者在故事中看見夢想的力量。Step up to the plate and read about Shohei Ohtani, the record-breaking baseball superstar from Japan, in this collectible Little Golden Book featuring colorful illustrations! Shohei Ohtani might just be the greatest baseball player of all time. Get inspired by the story of two-way sensation Shohei Ohtani. From his childhood in Japan, to becoming the first and only member of the 50/50 Club, to winning the World Series, Ohtani's journey as both a pitcher and hitter is incredible! Little Golden Book biographies feature the iconic gold-foil design and share the life stories of extraordinary artists, world leaders, performers, and athletes including: Willie Mays Lionel Messi Simone Biles LeBron James Tom Brady

《80年事件簿》榮獲2014第五屆金漫獎「年度最佳漫畫」已售出法文、德文、義大利文版權恁爸也曾青春過！那些棒球、錄音帶、電影、霹靂舞、偉士牌與初戀的故事……看莊導的漫畫時，同步的自己、同齡的記憶也一起活了起來，兩人的事件同時在腦海中交串，記憶緊緊地抱著我。對我來說，這就是種享受。――柯一正╱導演小莊用極細膩的筆，畫出八○年代的風景和風情，畫出那個時代隱隱躁動著的台灣。――吳念真╱導演、作家這部漫畫勾起我許多的回憶與感受。那個時代的光影是亮暗分明的，光線是緩慢移動的，空氣是自由流動的，人的影子能拉得長長的。――陳玉勳╱導演小莊真實的圖畫、文字，帶著我走回我的青少年，那個單純因為喜歡就去做的年代——我們都不曾遺忘的八○年代。――金智娟（娃娃）╱歌手感謝小莊幫我們大家用漫畫的方式記錄下來，我們那一代的青春，從音樂、電影到棒球與街景，都是共同的記憶。――黃威融╱跨界編輯人，曾任《Shopping Design》和《小日子》總編輯有愛推薦――柯一正（導演）吳念真（導演、作家、演員）陳玉勳（導演）金智娟（娃娃，歌手）黃威融（跨界編輯人，《Shopping Design》和《小日子》總編輯）歐陽靖（作家、演員）《80年代事件簿1＋2》在出版十年後，以全新典藏精裝合集再度推出。這兩部作品記錄了導演兼漫畫家小莊從個人記憶出發的青春軌跡，串連起1980年代台灣的街頭風景、文化符號與世代情感——從光華商場、錄影帶出租店、電玩機台、錄音帶、漫畫書，到家庭與夢想的日常片段。畫面如電影鏡頭般細膩，情感真摯動人，不僅重現那個學會自由與想像的年代，也映照出每個人心中那段未完的青春記憶。出版十年後，這部備受好評的漫畫系列以典藏精裝合集版本回歸，完整收藏兩冊經典內容，收錄珍貴彩頁與作者後記，是獻給所有經歷過或嚮往那個年代讀者的一份溫柔時光禮物。像一部八釐米播放的青春紀錄片——有光、有聲音、有氣味。《80年代事件簿》典藏精裝版，重啟台灣最動人的成長年代。我想，每一個青春，都有一段連老媽都不知道的祕辛，那些生命中的動盪與變化，僅限年輕的、可以任意揮霍的青春。對我來說，80年代的台灣正是那樣的豐富而且充滿活力，希望藉由這樣的書寫，可以讓人牢牢的記住這個迷人的年代。關於那些人那些事的「回憶」，成了時間送給我們最珍貴的禮物，讓我們審視一路走來不夠完美的自己，繼續朝著不太確定的未來匍匐前進。這些停放在肩上的滋味，

Usborne《Big Book of the Body》用巨型摺頁帶孩子探索身體怎麼運作！一翻開就能看到超大骨骼、器官海報式大圖，色彩鮮明、圖解清楚，讓 4–8 歲孩子輕鬆認識骨頭、肌肉、呼吸、消化、大腦與五感，是完美的身體入門百科。四個超大摺頁超適合親子一起攤在桌上或地板上看。搭配孩子的日常經驗更好理解——運動、吃東西、心跳加快，翻著翻著就能找到答案，輕鬆建立對身體的第一份好奇與認識。Open up the huge fold-out pages of this vivid, illustrated book to discover the remarkable ways the human body works. Explore a giant skeleton, see how your heart pumps blood, find out what's inside your head and learn what happens to the food you eat. A fun and engaging introduction to a key primary school topic. Its bold, bright design will inspire and delight young children.

一位將軍如何率軍取勝？你或許以為這只是組建一支規模最大、最勇猛的軍隊。然而，中國偉大的軍事家孫子在其經典著作《孫子兵法》中指出，領導者的智慧是戰場取勝的關鍵。在本書中，你將瞭解中國歷史上著名的將領如何運用他們的智慧取得關鍵的勝利！你將學習孫子傳授的經驗，而且誰知道呢？你也可以將這些經驗運用到你的生活中，獲得成功！Pop! Lit for Kids 精選亞洲和西方的經典故事，將它們重新演繹成通俗易懂的故事，為經典故事提供了完美的入門讀物。這些來自世界各地最受歡迎的故事已被改編成一種能讓世界各地的孩子們興奮和娛樂的形式。系列特色：提升你的詞彙量：我們的兒童讀物旨在以有趣且引人入勝的方式提升你的詞彙量，幫助孩子們擴大詞彙量並提高他們的語言能力。文化多樣性：沉浸在世界各地永恆的童話和民間傳說的世界！我們的書籍涵蓋深受喜愛的經典作品和傳統民間故事，為孩子們講述經得起時間考驗的故事。

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of City University of Hong Kong, CityUHK has published two commemorative works. These two titles feature unique perspectives intended for two different audiences by design. The Chinese volume, with touching stories of long-serving CityUHK colleagues and alumni, has personal aspects that will particularly appeal to the local community. The English version, focused on CityUHK's academic and research achievements and future developments, showcases the best parts of CityUHK for readers worldwide.為了慶祝香港城市大學成為大學三十周年，城大出版了中英文兩本校慶特刊，這兩本書各有不同的定位與讀者對象，展現出城大獨特的面貌。中文版記述了多篇城大關懷社區與改善社會環境的故事；英文版則記述城大學術和研究方面的成就及未來發展，向全球讀者展示城大的卓越表現。