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"Stories under passing storms" on sale
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     "Stories under passing storms", a collection of essays to commemorate the 140th anniversary of the Hong Kong Observatory (HKO), is now on sale.
 
     The book comprises over 60 Chinese and English articles written by HKO directors of different generations, serving and retired staff of the Observatory, stakeholders, scholars and counterparts. The book not only documents the Observatory's development, but also shares heart-warming human stories including the thrilling experiences during the passage of Super Typhoon Mangkhut and the learning endeavors of new colleagues joining the Observatory. The book also showcases to readers the evolution of the Observatory as well as Hong Kong society over the past century through numerous precious photos and enriching content.
 
     At $110 a copy, the book is available for sale at the online Government Bookstore, the HKO Resource Centre, the Publications Sales Unit of the Information Services Department and the Kowloon Map Publications Centre of the Lands Department.
 
Ends/Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Issued at HKT 12:00
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