A Handbook for 1,000 Basic Chinese Characters

by Guo'an Wang

Overview

Each of the 1,000 basic Chinese characters in this volume is chosen with beginners in mind. Each character is accompanied by a detailed analysis, explaining the equivalent meaning in English with ample bilingual samples; common collocations and their related idiomatic usage; tone and pronunciation specific to the usage; stroke order with simplified and traditional forms; and parts of speech. Also included are indices and appendices for easy reference.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789629962838
Publisher:	The Chinese University of Hong Kong Press
Publication date:	07/24/2007
Edition description:	Bilingual
Pages:	830
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Wang Guo'an is an expert at teaching Chinese to non-Chinese speakers. He works at the College of International Cultural Exchange, Fudan University, Shanghai, China, and has written many books in this field, frequently traveling overseas for teaching and research.