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‘Traditional Chinese culture’ in the small factory of Hong Kong
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In this article, a small factory in Hong Kong is described, where traditional Chinese culture in the small factory of Hong Kong was discussed. But the focus was not on the manufacturing process, but on the people.Abstract:
(1981). ‘Traditional Chinese culture’ in the small factory of Hong Kong. Journal of Contemporary Asia: Vol. 11, No. 4, pp. 413-425.read more
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