Image, Imagination and Imaginarium

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The book delves into five WWII-related monuments and public commemorative spaces in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, examining their historical significance and contemporary relevance. It highlights the ongoing debates surrounding Chinese identity, sovereignty, and modernism, revealing how each society uniquely remembers and interprets the war. These differences stem from distinct political contexts and social experiences, reflecting broader themes of competition and integration in the region. It appeals to historians, sinologists, and scholars of Asian nationalism.