Prof. Ou Fan Leo Lee

Professor Ou Fan Leo Lee is the Sin Wai Kin Professor of Chinese Culture at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, having transitioned to this role after an early retirement from Harvard University, where he had a distinguished academic career. A prolific author, he has published nearly 20 books of cultural criticism in both Chinese and English, including the notable City Between Worlds: My Hong Kong (Harvard University Press, 2008) and Shanghai Modern: The Flowering of a New Urban Culture in China, 1930-1945 (Harvard University Press, 1999). His extensive engagement with the Hong Kong cultural scene reflects his deep commitment to exploring the intersections of literature, culture, and society. In addition to his scholarly pursuits, Professor Lee has a keen interest in classical music, film, and architecture, which further enriches his contributions to the humanities. Through his work, he continues to influence contemporary discourse on Chinese culture and its global implications.