Title
Rhythmanalysis as a tool in social analysis on ethnicity in Hong Kong
Document Type
Journal article
Source Publication
Asian Ethnicity
Publication Date
1-2-2018
Volume
19
Issue
1
First Page
1
Last Page
15
Publisher
Routledge
Keywords
Hong Kong, Lefebvre, rhythmanalysis, ethnic minorities
Abstract
This article applies Henri Lefebvre’s concept of rhythmanalysis to an exploration of ethnicity in Hong Kong. It argues that rhythmanalysis has tended to be used in social geography, architectural research, and cultural studies and has been overlooked as a methodological tool in regard to ethnicity. An historic narrative of ethnic diversity in Hong Kong is contrasted with contemporary transformations. It is argued that rhythmanalysis presents an alternative perspective that can deepen knowledge about enduring social patterns that serve to contextualise ethnicity and ethnic relations in a given space. In conclusion, it is argued that there is a need for greater recognition of ethnic diversity in Hong Kong as a means to assert a more confident and secure local identity.
DOI
10.1080/14631369.2017.1292118
Print ISSN
14631369
E-ISSN
14692953
Publisher Statement
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Full-text Version
Publisher’s Version
Language
English
Recommended Citation
O'Connor, P. (2018). Rhythmanalysis as a tool in social analysis on ethnicity in Hong Kong. Asian Ethnicity. 19(1), 1-15. doi: 10.1080/14631369.2017.1292118
