{"product_id":"wandering-hong-kong-with-spirits-9781938890031","title":"Wandering Hong Kong with Spirits","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWandering Hong Kong with Spirits by Liu Waitong\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe inaugural volume in the Hong Kong Atlas series, \u003cem\u003eWandering Hong Kong with Spirits\u003c\/em\u003e represents a significant contribution to English-language literature featuring authentic Hong Kong voices. This poetry collection by Liu Waitong bridges the gap between classic untranslated Chinese works and contemporary Sinophone literature, offering readers access to one of Hong Kong's most celebrated literary voices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection marks a crucial expansion of the English-language canon, bringing together established and emerging Hong Kong authors in a comprehensive series. Liu Waitong's work stands alongside both classic untranslated pieces and contributions from a new generation of writers, creating a diverse literary landscape that captures the essence of Hong Kong's cultural identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Liu Waitong\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in 1975, Liu Waitong is an accomplished poet, novelist, photographer, essayist, and critic. Since his poetic debut in 1995, he has published ten poetry collections and one novel, establishing himself as a prominent figure in contemporary Chinese literature. His work has garnered multiple literary awards across Hong Kong and Taiwan, including the prestigious HK Chinese Literature Award, affirming his status as one of the region's most important contemporary voices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTranslation Team\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe translation brings together expert scholars in Chinese and Sinophone literature. Desmond Sham, a PhD student in Cultural Studies at Goldsmiths, University of London, holds an MPhil and Bachelor's degree in Comparative Literature from the University of Hong Kong. Enoch Tam graduated from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology with an MA and MPhil in the Humanities, specializing in ecocriticism, Sinophone literature, and global Chinese cinema.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Hong Kong Atlas Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the first book in this important series, \u003cem\u003eWandering Hong Kong with Spirits\u003c\/em\u003e establishes the foundation for a broader project celebrating Hong Kong's literary heritage. The series aims to make diverse Hong Kong voices accessible to English-speaking audiences, preserving cultural narratives while introducing international readers to the region's rich literary traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePublished by Zephyr Press in paperback format, this collection serves as an essential addition to world literature collections and appeals to readers interested in contemporary Asian poetry, cultural studies, and translated works from the Sinophone world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWaitong Liu: Liu Waitong (China, 1975) is a poet, novelist, photographer, essayist and critic. He made his debut as a poet in 1995, and since then he has published ten poetry collections and a novel. He has received a number of literary awards in Hong Kong and Taiwan, including the HK Chinese Literature Award\u003cbr\u003eDesmond Sham: PhD student in the Centre for Cultural Studies, Goldsmiths, University of London. He received his MPhil and Bachelors in Comparative Literature at the University of Hong Kong.\u003cbr\u003eEnoch Tam: Graduated from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology with an MA and MPhil in the Humanities in 2007 and 2009 respectively. His research interests include ecocriticism, Sinophone literature, and global Chinese cinema. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zephyr Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50493240967442,"sku":"9781938890031","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_7de89f0d-f442-4ba8-a197-53951377bd4d.jpg?v=1730639877","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/wandering-hong-kong-with-spirits-9781938890031","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}