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

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.

Author: Weijia Huang
Publisher: Royal Collins Publishing Company
Published: 05/01/2022
Pages: 226
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 7.80h x 5.12w x 0.47d
ISBN13: 9781487808624
ISBN10: 1487808623
BISAC Categories:
- Foreign Language Study | Chinese

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.