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Chinese Characters

Deluxe Slipcase Edition

9781398820890
160 pages
Arcturus Publishing Limited
Overview

Can be read by anyone with an interest in Chinese characters, without any prior knowledge of Chinese.

An accessible, illustrated introduction to the fascinating history and development of the written Chinese language.

Will appeal to readers looking for an introduction to the rich but complex Chinese language and to all those interested in the relationship between language and culture.

Author Bio
Justin Winslett is a lecturer in Chinese Studies at the University of Sheffield and has previously taught at the universities of Cambridge, Manchester and Oxford. He has a particular focus on classical and literary Chinese, as well as a deep interest in Chinese history and culture more widely.