Eileen Chang's Repulse Bay: Love, Fragility and Beauty

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The Repulse Bay Arcade presents 'Eileen Chang's Repulse Bay: Love, Fragility and Beauty' exhibition, commemorating the 30th anniversary of the renowned Chinese writer's passing. The exhibition explores the deep connection between this literary giant and the iconic Repulse Bay Hotel. Running from October 1, 2025 to March 1, 2026, the exhibition invites visitors to journey through the history of the Repulse Bay Hotel and Eileen Chang's literary brilliance, discovering how the hotel became a source of inspiration for this legendary Chinese literary figure and influenced her creative work during times of change. The exhibition features precious artifacts including the hotel's 1941 menu, historical photographs, and previously unreleased materials that witness the glorious history of the Repulse Bay Hotel. Additionally, the exhibition specially displays reproductions of Eileen Chang's manuscripts and letters generously loaned by Hong Kong Metropolitan University, allowing visitors to glimpse into Eileen Chang's inner world and understand how the Repulse Bay Hotel nurtured her exploration of desire and pursuit of beauty in a fleeting world.