Kane, Daniel
Chinese Language: Its History and Current Usage
- ISBN 13:
- 9780804838535
- author:
- Kane, Daniel
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Tuttle Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 152mm X 229mm
- Genre:
- History of specific subjects
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Chinese Language: Its History and Current Usage
This book provides an introduction to the modern Chinese language as it is used in China today. Written by Daniel Kane, it offers a contemporary perspective on the language's history and its ongoing evolution.
With China undergoing significant changes over the past few decades, this book aims to reflect these shifts in the language itself. It explores the historical context of Chinese and how earlier stages continue to influence the current language, providing a nuanced understanding of modern China.
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