Hong Kong Then and Now 1982 SCMP South China Morning Post History Photo Book HC For Sale

Hong Kong Then and Now, published in 1982 by the South China Morning Post Publication Division in Hong Kong. This large format illustrated hardcover documents the changing face of Hong Kong through historical and then contemporary photography. Chapters cover the City of Hong Kong and its Harbour, the Praya and its Piers, Queen’s Road, Statue Square, notable buildings, people, the Mid Levels and Botanic Gardens, transportation, Happy Valley, The Peak, China Town, early hotels, beaches, Kowloon and the New Territories.The book contains numerous historical photographs showing Hong Kong’s streets, buildings, harbor, neighborhoods and landmarks at different periods in the city’s history. The front endpaper contains several handwritten inscriptions and signatures, including a date of June 28, 1982. The identities of the signers have not been verified, so the book is not being represented as author signed.Vintage pre owned condition. The dust jacket shows visible age related wear including edge wear, rubbing and creasing. Hardcover and binding remain intact. Interior pages appear clean and readable overall. Please review all photos carefully for the exact condition and handwritten inscriptions.International buyers: Import duties, taxes, customs charges or other fees imposed by the destination country are the buyer’s responsibility and are not included in the item price or shipping cost.