Hong Kong FROM THE CRITICS
Children's Literature - Nicole Peterson
Hong Kong has not been in the news as much this year as it was in 1997 when the last British governor of Hong Kong formally handed the colony back to China. That was a major world event, and one that has a huge affect on the people of Hong Kong. The history of the city and the reasoning behind the "handover" is explained. Other topics about the city, such as housing (including description of the Vietnamese boat people and the cave dwellers), religion, festivals, transportation, and trade are also included. A student undertaking a report on Hong Kong can use this book as a reference—it is organized and written much like an intense encyclopedia article (the book is 48 pages long). The format is easy to read and understand, and the pictures show the diverse lifestyle of the citizens of Hong Kong which includes some of the Chinese heritage, the beaches, shopping, and even the large buildings. It is part of the "Great Cities of the World" series. 2005, World Almanac Library, Ages 10 to 15.
School Library Journal
Gr 3-6-These books give highly interesting coverage of the history, geography, and economy of three major cities. Discussions of shopping, leisure activities, and social dynamics give a real sense of each urban center and its surroundings. Full-color photos, charts, graphs, maps, and sidebars abound, providing great support for the lively texts. Better organized and more current and informative than the "Great Cities" series (Rosen), these volumes are solid choices for most collections.-Robyn Walker, Elgin Court Public School, St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada Copyright 2005 Reed Business Information.
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