The Young Mandarin A Story Of Chinese Life
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The Young Mandarin
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Author : John A. Davis
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1896
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The Young Mandarin
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Author : Emilian Pasca Noether Chair in Modern Italian History John a Davis
language : en
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Release Date : 2017-10-17
The Young Mandarin written by Emilian Pasca Noether Chair in Modern Italian History John a Davis and has been published by Forgotten Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-10-17 with categories.
Excerpt from The Young Mandarin: A Story of Chinese Life The following story, though not all fact, is not fiction. Its incidents are either real occurrences or like them. The official corruption presented may be less in other localities; yet it is to be feared that it is general and great. The customs described may differ in other parts of China; the author has presented what he knew prevailed in the vicinity of Amoy, his home for a time. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Sweet Mandarin
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Author : Helen Tse
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2012-05-31
Sweet Mandarin written by Helen Tse and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-05-31 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Spanning almost a hundred years, this rich and evocative true story recounts the lives of three generations of remarkable Chinese women. Their extraordinary journey takes us from the brutal poverty of village life in mainland China, to newly prosperous 1930s Hong Kong and finally to the UK. Their lives were as dramatic as the times they lived through. A love of food and a talent for cooking pulled each generation through the most devastating of upheavals. Helen Tse's grandmother, Lily Kwok, was forced to work as an amah after the violent murder of her father. Crossing the ocean from Hong Kong in the 1950s, Lily honed her famous chicken curry recipe. Eventually she opened one of Manchester's earliest Chinese restaurants where her daughter, Mabel, worked from the tender age of nine. But gambling and the Triads were pervasive in the Chinese immigrant community, and they tragically lost the restaurant. It was up to Helen and her sisters, the third generation of these exceptional women, to re-establish their grandmother's dream. Sweet Mandarin shows how the most important inheritance is wisdom, and how recipes - passed down the female line - can be the most valuable heirloom.
Dreaming In Chinese
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Author : Deborah Fallows
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Release Date : 2011-09-20
Dreaming In Chinese written by Deborah Fallows and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-09-20 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Deborah Fallows has spent a lot of her life learning languages and traveling around the world. But nothing prepared her for the surprises of learning Mandarin, China's most common language, or the intensity of living in Shanghai and Beijing. Over time, she realized that her struggles and triumphs in studying learning the language of her adopted home provided small clues to deciphering behavior and habits of its people, and its culture's conundrums. As her skill with Mandarin increased, bits of the language - a word, a phrase, an oddity of grammar - became windows into understanding romance, humor, protocol, relationships, and the overflowing humanity of modern China. Fallows learned, for example, that the abrupt, blunt way of speaking which Chinese people sometimes use isn't rudeness, but is, in fact a way to acknowledge and honor the closeness between two friends. She learned that English speakers' trouble with hearing or saying tones-the variations in inflection that can change a word's meaning-is matched by Chinese speakers' inability not to hear tones, or to even take a guess at understanding what might have been meant when foreigners misuse them. Dreaming in Chinese is the story of what Deborah Fallows discovered about the Chinese language, and how that helped her make sense of what had at first seemed like the chaos and contradiction of everyday life in China.
Chinese Stories For Language Learners
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Author : Vivian Ling
language : en
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Release Date : 2021-03-23
Chinese Stories For Language Learners written by Vivian Ling and has been published by Tuttle Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-03-23 with Foreign Language Study categories.
The highly anticipated next book in Tuttle's Stories for Language Learners series is here! This book presents 22 classic Chinese proverbs and the traditional tales behind them. The stories are bilingual, with the Chinese and English versions presented on facing pages. Each includes an explanation of how the proverb is used today, cultural notes, vocabulary and discussion questions. Online audio recordings of the tales by native speakers give students a chance to improve their pronunciation and comprehension. Some of the proverbs featured in this collection include: "Painting the Eyes on the Dragon" Based on the story of a famous court painter in 6th century China who painted dragons, this proverb refers to the finishing touches needed to bring a work of art or literature to life. In a discussion, it refers to the final statements used to clinch the argument. "Waiting for Rabbits by a Tree Stump" Based on an ancient folktale about a foolish farmer who sees a rabbit kill itself in front of him by running into a tree stump, then gives up tilling his field to wait for more rabbits by the stump. This saying is applied to people who wait passively for luck to strike again. It also refers to impractical people who stick to one way of doing things only because it has worked for them once in the past. "Pure Water Has No Fish; Perfect People Have No Friends" Many versions of this historical tale exist. The one told here is about a 2nd century AD official sent to govern a far-flung outpost on the Silk Road who is fastidious in applying strict rules and thereby causes the local people to rebel against him. In the professional world, it is used to refer to people who do not like to work with an overly strict supervisor or colleague. Whether being used in a classroom or for self-study, Chinese Stories for Language Learners provides an educational and entertaining way for intermediate Mandarin learners to expand their vocabulary and understanding of the language.
Stories Of Everyday Life In Modern China
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Author : Thomas Watters
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1896
Stories Of Everyday Life In Modern China written by Thomas Watters and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1896 with China categories.
Wish Lanterns
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Author : Alec Ash
language : en
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
Release Date : 2016-06-02
Wish Lanterns written by Alec Ash and has been published by Pan Macmillan this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-06-02 with Travel categories.
As read on BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week. This is the generation that will change China. The youth, over 320 million of them in their teens and twenties, more than the population of the USA. Born after Mao, with no memory of Tiananmen, they are destined to transform both their nation and the world. These millennials, offspring of the one-child policy, face fierce competition to succeed. Pressure starts young, and their road isn't easy. Their stories are also like those of young people all over the world: moving out of home, starting a career, falling in love. Wish Lanterns follows the lives of six young Chinese. Dahai is a military child and netizen; 'Fred' is a daughter of the Party. Lucifer is an aspiring superstar; Snail a country migrant addicted to online games. Xiaoxiao is a hipster from the freezing north; Mia a rebel from Xinjiang in the far west. Alec Ash, a writer in Beijing of the same generation, has given us a vivid, gripping account of young China as it comes of age. Through individual stories, Wish Lanterns shows with empathy and insight the challenges and dreams that will define China's future global impact.
I Love My Grandpa Bilingual Chinese With Pinyin And English Traditional Chinese Version
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Author : Katrina Liu
language : en
Publisher: Katrina Liu
Release Date : 2019-06-04
I Love My Grandpa Bilingual Chinese With Pinyin And English Traditional Chinese Version written by Katrina Liu and has been published by Katrina Liu this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-06-04 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
Mina has a brilliant idea for her puppy, but she can’t do it alone! She spends a fun-filled day with her grandpa, creating, building and developing their special bond. Join Mina and Gong Gong (grandpa) as they team up to bring her idea to life! This book showcases everyday dialog to support your child in Chinese learning. Written for children ages 2 to 6 in Traditional Chinese, Pinyin and English, this sweet story with vibrant illustrations is easy to follow. It is also separately available in Simplified Chinese. Your little one will learn common conversational sentences in Chinese as well as new vocabulary! ★ A fantastic Mandarin immersion resource for non-native speakers! ★ Give your child the opportunity to become bilingual! Research shows that learning a second language can boost problem-solving, critical thinking, listening skills, memory, concentration, ability to multitask, and even unlock more career opportunities. There are so many benefits when you start at a young age. All of Katrina Liu's books are intended for non-native speakers and parents interested in fostering the development of dual-language with their children. Each book contains vibrant full-color illustrations, large Chinese characters with Pinyin and English for support. They are written in everyday dialog making it easier for beginner learners to pick up the language. Katrina Liu is an American-born-Chinese mom and author. Her goal is to create beautiful engaging books that support non-native speakers for children and adults alike. Her books include relatable experiences and cultural differences that resonate with modern-day American families which many books from China do not have. ♥ Check out other Mina Learns Chinese books at: minalearnschinese.com Mina’s First Day of School - Mina goes to school for the first time! This book showcases the many ways of saying Yes and No in Chinese. Mina’s Scavenger Hunt - Mina plays an exciting game of scavenger hunt as she searches around her home to collect a list of treasures. This interactive book is a great way to learn common adjectives in Chinese. Mina’s Ups and Downs - It's an exciting day at the carnival with Mina and her parents! With so much to do and see, Mina experiences a rollercoaster of emotions and feelings throughout the day. Free audio readings in Mandarin Chinese are available at: minalearnschinese.com/audioreading
Sidelights On Chinese Life
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Author : J. Macgowan
language : en
Publisher: DigiCat
Release Date : 2022-11-22
Sidelights On Chinese Life written by J. Macgowan and has been published by DigiCat this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-11-22 with Fiction categories.
This examination of Chinese life and customs in the early twentieth century was written by the Reverend Macgowan who was a missionary. He covers several subjects including the Chinese people, Chinese Customs, Religious life, Schooling, and so on. The text is detailed and contains much information.
Young China
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Author : Zak Dychtwald
language : en
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Release Date : 2018-02-13
Young China written by Zak Dychtwald and has been published by St. Martin's Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-02-13 with Political Science categories.
The Wall Street Journal: "Engrossing...[Dychtwald]writes with an infectious energy." The Washington Post: "Enlightening...we learn that Chinese millennials, unlike their jaded American counterparts, are still dreamers and strivers, and have faith that they can achieve their dreams." Christian Science Monitor: "Fascinating... a remarkably revealing portrait of China's youngest generations." Randall Stross, author of Bulls in the China Shop and Other Sino-American Business Encounters: "A rarity among books about China: Young China is a fun read." Elizabeth Economy, C.V. Starr Senior Fellow and Director for Asia Studies at the Council on Foreign Relations: "An engaging read for anyone looking for an introduction to contemporary Chinese culture and society." The author, in his twenties, who is fluent in Chinese, examines the future of China through the lens of the Jiu Ling Hou—the generation born after 1990. A close up look at the Chinese generation born after 1990 exploring through personal encounters how young Chinese feel about everything from money and sex, to their government, the West, and China’s shifting role in the world--not to mention their love affair with food, karaoke, and travel. Set primarily in the Eastern 2nd tier city of Suzhou and the budding Western metropolis of Chengdu, the book charts the touchstone issues this young generation faces. From single-child pressure, to test taking madness and the frenzy to buy an apartment as a prerequisite to marriage, from one-night-stands to an evolving understanding of family, Young China offers a fascinating portrait of the generation who will define what it means to be Chinese in the modern era. Zak Dychtwald was twenty when he first landed in China. He spent years deeply immersed in the culture, learning the language and hanging out with his peers, in apartment shares and hostels, on long train rides and over endless restaurant meals.