Library hacks: Literature and Film List

Literature Resources

1. Asian Literature in Translation

• Institution: Columbia University Press

• Link: Asian Literature in Translation

• Brief Intro: This collection features a wide range of translated Asian literary works, offering scholarly insights and bridging cultural boundaries through literature.

2. London Asian Studies Centre (SOAS University of London)

• Institution: SOAS University of London

• Link: SOAS University of London

• Brief Intro: A leading academic hub, SOAS supports research, events, and publications on Asian literature and culture, enriching the study and appreciation of literary traditions from the region.

3. Taiwan Indigenous Literature Works Database

• Institution: Council of Indigenous Peoples, Executive Yuan, Taiwan

• Link: Council of Indigenous Peoples – Taiwan (English)

• Brief Intro: This government-managed digital archive compiles a diverse array of indigenous literature from Taiwan’s various communities. It preserves traditional narratives and contemporary writings, providing scholars and enthusiasts with invaluable insights into Taiwan’s indigenous cultural heritage.

Film Resources

1. Mandarin Chinese Language Films

• Source: IMDb

• Link: Mandarin Chinese Language Films

• Brief Intro: This IMDb list offers a comprehensive selection of Mandarin Chinese language films, featuring a diverse range of cinematic works from modern classics to contemporary narratives.

2. Taiwanese Cinema

• Source: IMDb

• Link: Taiwanese Cinema

• Brief Intro: This curated IMDb list highlights the evolution and creative storytelling of Taiwanese cinema, serving as an essential resource for film enthusiasts and scholars.

3. SOAS Film Studies

• Institution: SOAS University of London

• Link: SOAS Film Studies

• Brief Intro: SOAS provides academic resources and hosts events related to Asian cinema, offering access to archives, research materials, and screenings that deepen the understanding of film in its cultural context.

Indigenous Studies Resources

1. Council of Indigenous Peoples (CIP), Executive Yuan, Taiwan

• Institution: Taiwan Government

• Link: Council of Indigenous Peoples – Taiwan (English)

• Brief Intro: The CIP is a government agency dedicated to the affairs of Taiwan’s indigenous communities. Their website offers a comprehensive database of reports, statistics, and research materials on indigenous history, culture, and current issues.