Essential Mandarin Chinese Grammar is a systematic overview of Mandarin grammar, oriented toward self-study, English-speaking students. Through explanations of common mistakes learners make, useful example sentences and exercises with an answer key, this book provides a detailed introduction to the unique grammar structures of the Mandarin language. Ideal for any student who is interested in taking their skills to the next level, this book makes the difficult task of perfecting grammar efficient, interesting and rewarding. Essential Mandarin Chinese Grammar is a perfect tool to help you form correct and natural-sounding sentences, and determine how to best use the grammar you need for reading or writing Mandarin. Each example and exercise is written in both pinyin and Simplified Chinese Characters to accommodate learners with varying levels of character literacy, including those who have learned only to speak but not read.

Essential Chinese Grammar: Write and Speak Chinese Like a Native! The Ultimate Guide to Everyday Chinese Usage (Essential Grammar Series)

Reference

Wang, Peng

Ling, Vivian

Foreign Language Study & Reference

Tuttle+publishing

<div>The highly anticipated next book in Tuttle'sStories 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. Audio recordings of the tales read by native speakers are included&#8212;both on the accompanying CD and as downloadable online audio--giving students a chance to improve their pronunciation and comprehension. Some of the proverbs featured in this collection include: <ul> <li>"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.</li> <li style="list-style: none"> </li> <li>"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.</li> <li style="list-style: none"> </li> <li>"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.</li> </ul> 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.</div>

Chinese Stories for Language Learners: A Treasury of Proverbs and Folktales in Bilingual Chinese and English (Online Audio Recordings Included)

Literature & Fiction

Short Stories & Anthologies

<div>This beautiful notebook makes studying a pleasure! Each double page spread has squared paper on the right-hand side for practicing formation of the Chinese characters, and lined paper on the left-hand side for note-taking. A ten-page reference section at the back of the notebook gives Mandarin character charts, key vocabulary, and basic grammar tips. Contents: <ul> <li>Pages 1-2 How to write Chinese characters</li> <li>Pages 3-8 How to write 48 basic characters</li> <li>Pages 9-120 Blank pages for writing practice</li> <li>Pages 121-123 Grammar, pronunciation and character tips</li> <li>Pages 124-126 HSK Level 1 and 2 vocabulary lists</li> </ul> </div>

Mandarin Chinese Writing Practice Book: Learn to Write Chinese Characters Correctly (Character Handwriting Sheets with Square Grids)

The timeless wisdom of Chinese folktales presented in parallel English and Chinese texts! Switch up your bedtime reading with this memorable bilingual anthology. These traditional Chinese tales are fun to read and each one contains a gentle moral telling kids how to be a good person and live a good life. The stories are presented with parallel English and Chinese texts on every page, along with dozens of charming color illustrations by illustrator Yang Xi. The ten traditional folktales in this volume include: <ul> <li>"Gold and Silver Hatchets"-Showing children the rewards that honesty can bring</li> <li>"How Can You Weigh an Elephant?"-It takes a small boy to solve an impossible task</li> <li>" How Silk Was Invented"- And how women contributed to the development of Chinese culture</li> <li>And many more!</li> </ul> Sure to delight readers of all ages, A Bilingual Treasury of Chinese Folktales is perfect for parents who want their children to absorb the timeless wisdom of Chinese folk stories and also perhaps learn some Chinese along the way!

A Bilingual Treasury of Chinese Folktales: Ten Traditional Stories in Chinese and English (Free Online Audio Recordings)

Children's Books

Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths

The Twelve Animals of the Chinese Zodiac: Traditional Fables in Chinese and English - A Bilingual Storybook for Kids (Free Online Audio Recordings)

A collection of 15 classic Chinese folk stories--passed down from generation to generation--presented in both Chinese and English. Welcome to the land of Chinese folklore, a delightful corner of the Chinese heritage that remains relatively unexplored in Western publications. Throughout history the medium of storytelling and the performing arts allowed folklore to flourish, bringing culture and entertainment to the common people. These stories are about universal human concerns such as the origin of humankind, impact of wars and natural disasters, legendary cultural heroes, dignity and justice for the common folks, and yearnings of the human heart. Each story is given in parallel Chinese and English versions, and is accompanied by a short essay about its historical context, a vocabulary list, discussion questions, and native speaker audio recordings. Enjoy fifteen classic Chinese folk tales, including: <ul> <li>"Taming the New Year's Beast" -- How the Lunar New Year festival came about, celebrated after the ferocious monster Nian was frightened off by sparks, explosive noises and the color red when it came hunting for children and animals</li> <li style="list-style: none"> </li> <li>"Two Virtuous Mothers of Ancient China" -- The philosopher Mencius's mother, a virtuous widow, illustrates the importance of not wasting one's education through her efforts to ensure her son's success</li> <li style="list-style: none"> </li> <li>"The Chinese Romeo and Juliet" -- A classic tale of tragic love, Zhu Yingtai, the beloved daughter of a local official, is disguised as a young male scholar to study in Hangzhou -- some distance away from her home. While she was in the academy she met a soulmate, Liang Shanbo, and as they studied together for three years, she developed feelings for him</li> <li style="list-style: none"> </li> <li>"Judge Bao Takes On the Emperor's Son-in-Law" -- The famous Judge Bao decided to right a wrong when the emperor's son-in-law, Chen Shimei, committed bigamy by pretending to be single in order to become the imperial son-in-law. He even attempted to hide this crime by obliterating his wife and two children, but was thwarted by Judge Bao, who risked his own life and career to carry out justice.</li> </ul>

Chinese Folktales for Language Learners: Famous Folk Stories in Chinese and English (Free online Audio Recordings)

Talks on Chinese Culture (TOCC) is a post-basic Chinese language textbook intended for students who possess solid mastery of at least two years of college-level Chinese. It is designed to serve as a bridge along the path from basic command to professional level functionality.  TOCC takes the view that the student of Chinese needs to be conversant with both forms of the Chinese character: simplified and traditional/complex. Text materials are thus presented in both forms and in a manner which challenges the student to master both forms. The various topics presented in TOCC serve as vehicles for the mastery of the kind of basic vocabulary that characterizes the conversations and writings of educated Chinese speakers. TOCC is based on the widely-known "Yale" series of Chinese language texts, which even today retains an unsurpassed degree of correlation with currently used vocabulary and sentence patterns. However, students from different curricular backgrounds may also use this text with success. The goal of TOCC is to advance the student's skill levels in listening and speaking as well as reading and writing.

Talks on Chinese Culture (Far Eastern Publications Series)

Politics & Social Sciences

Social Sciences

Yale University Press

"Under the Bridge": A Study Guide for the Film (Film Guides for Students of Chinese)

“Under the Bridge”: A Study Guide for the Film (Film Guides For Students Of Chinese)

Humor & Entertainment

U OF M CENTER FOR CHINESE STUDIES

The twelve selections in this book are grouped under three closely-related genres: fiction, reportage, and oral transcript.

A Reader in Post-Cultural Revolution Chinese Literature

History & Criticism

The Chinese University Press

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