Group 1 - The book "1368: The Formation of China and the Modern World" discusses the economic and cultural exchanges between Ming and Qing China and various regions, highlighting China's rise and its impact on modern world history [2] - "The Disordered Love: Intimate Relationships in Modern Society" reveals the harsh realities of contemporary intimate relationships, emphasizing the collapse of traditional gender contracts and the struggle for new rules [4] - "The Forgotten Central America: Roots of Revolution, Violence, and Migration" explores the historical context of Central America, linking systemic forgetfulness to ongoing cycles of migration, poverty, and violence [6] Group 2 - "Creating Places: Sociology of Loneliness and Belonging" analyzes the roots of loneliness in modern society across various dimensions such as school, workplace, and family [8] - "Existentialism and Others" delves into philosophical inquiries about existence, truth, and the evolution of existentialist thought through various philosophers [10] - "The Age of Disasters: Lessons from Japan's Three Major Earthquakes" compares the responses and political decisions made during three significant earthquakes in Japan, providing insights for future disaster management [12] Group 3 - "Iron in the Capital: Han Dynasty Iron Industry and the Converging Network" reconstructs the Han Dynasty's iron industry and its role in economic and social restructuring [14] - "Inventing the 'West'" presents a new perspective on the construction of the concept of "the West" through the experiences of historical figures [16] - "Piano Notes" shares the author's reflections on a lifetime of musical experiences, addressing various aspects of music and its societal evolution [18] Group 4 - "Ancient Objects: Daily Life of Ancient People" reconstructs daily life in ancient times through artifacts, exploring cultural traditions and historical practices [20] - "Relationships 5.0" examines how advancements in technology, such as AI and virtual reality, are reshaping human relationships in the modern era [22] - "Old Clothes, New Cuts" serves as a spiritual autobiography, reflecting on the author's philosophical journey and its implications for modern society [24] Group 5 - "Greece Under Roman Rule: 146 BC - 716 AD" analyzes the political, social, and cultural changes in Greece during Roman rule, highlighting the complex interactions between conquerors and the conquered [26] - "Hello, Stranger" explores modern social relationships and the quest for reconnection in an increasingly alienated society [28] - "Climate and Imperial Imagination" investigates the interplay between climate science and political narratives within the context of the Habsburg Empire [29] Group 6 - "Introduction to Sociology" provides foundational concepts and analytical frameworks for understanding American sociology, influencing the discipline's development [31] - "Compromise and Confrontation: Japanese Intellectuals During War and Defeat" focuses on the individual experiences of Japanese intellectuals during and after World War II, reflecting on themes of responsibility and resistance [33] - "Water and Electricity in Late Qing China: Life of Danes in Tianjin, 1860-1912" examines the contributions of Danish engineers to the modernization of Tianjin's urban infrastructure [35]