Notice of Level 2 Washroom Renovation (16 May – 31 August 2026)

Please be informed that the noisy work for Main Library Level 2 washrooms renovation will take place on 23 May 2026 (Sat) - 25 May 2026 (Mon). Please note that all washrooms on Level 2 of the Main Library including the female, male, and disabled washrooms are scheduled for renovation.

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To maintain and improve our facilities, the following works are scheduled and may generate noise in nearby areas.

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Free Trial E-Resources: China and the Modern World: The English-Language Press in China, 1827–1974

Filed under: E-resources, Trial

05 Mar 2026

Free Trial E-Resources: China and the Modern World: The English-Language Press in China, 1827–1974

This free trial is provided by the e-resource vendor. Please make use of the opportunity to trial this resource and forward any comments through the Electronic Resources Evaluation Form.

 

China and the Modern World: The English-Language Press in China, 1827–1974

This collection brings together around 25 English-language newspapers and periodicals published in China over a span of 150 years, providing an invaluable collection for researching and teaching historical events in modern China. It covers key events such as the Opium Wars, Taiping Rebellion, First Sino-Japanese War, Boxer Rebellion, Revolution of 1911, Warlord Era, Second Sino-Japanese War, and Chinese Civil War.

The trial will end on 30 April 2026 (Thursday).

 

Free Trial E-Resources: China and the Modern World: The English-Language Press in China, 1827–1974