A Handbook for 1,000 Basic Chinese Characters

March, 2007
Paper, 830 pages,
ISBN: 978-962-996-283-8
The Chinese University Press
$27.00

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.

Related Subjects

• Asian Language and Linguistics
• Reference

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.

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