This book aims at providing an accessible introduction to and summary of the major themes of Hong Kong history that has been studied in the past decades. Each chapter also suggests a number of key historical figures and works that are essential for the understanding of a particular theme. However, the book is by no means merely a general survey of the recent studies of Hong Kong history; it tries to suggest that the best way to approach Hong Kong history is to put it firmly in its international context.

Offers an overview of topics about Hong Kong at a pivotal moment for its history. Highlights the particularities and uniquenesses of Hong Kong's historical experience, particularly its connections with the world. Explores the diversity of Hong Kong's people, culture, and society

Autorentext

Man-kong Wong is Professor of History at Hong Kong Baptist University & Honorary Research Senior Fellow in History at The University of Queensland, Australia.

Chi-man Kwong is Associate Professor of History at Hong Kong Baptist University.

Inhalt

1. Politics and Public Administration.- 2. Military History.- 3. Policing.- 4. Cold War and Decolonisation.- 5 Built Heritage.- 6. China's Intellectuals and Chinese Culture in Hong Kong.- 7. Culture and Identity.- 8. Re-thinking Popular Culture.- 9. Football.- 10. Chinese Martial Arts.- 11. Public Health and Infectious Diseases (18421970).