Radical Expressions: 52 Chinese Characters to Understand the China of Today

by Weijia Huang

Overview

This book explores 52 Chinese characters from their ancient roots to modern usage. Each chapter contains explanations of the history and legends associated with the character, offering intriguing perspective on Chinese culture; quotes and idioms formed by the character that are insightful and fun to use in daily conversations; and strokes broken down by order, with space to practice handwriting. The book is suited for beginners to advanced Chinese learners, and anyone else interested in Chinese culture.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781487808624
Publisher:	Royal Collins Publishing Company
Publication date:	05/01/2022
Pages:	226
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Dr. Weijia Huang is a senior lecturer in Chinese language at Boston University and a distinguished research fellow at Shaanxi Normal University. He has taught courses in modern and classical Chinese and Chinese culture at Harvard University, Brown University, and the Middlebury College Summer Program. Dr. Huang has authored a series of successful textbooks and reference books in the US, Chinese mainland, and Hong Kong, including the Readings in Chinese Culture series.