This book is a thorough examination of the evolution and refinement of the Chinese language. The author takes a historical approach, beginning with the earliest written records and continuing through various dynasties. This book provides an overview of important texts and figures in the history of the Chinese language as well as the development of its writing system. The author also discusses the influence of Buddhism and the introduction of foreign words and concepts on the Chinese language. This book will be of interest to linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the development of one of the world's oldest and most complex languages.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a thorough examination of the evolution and refinement of the Chinese language. The author takes a historical approach, beginning with the earliest written records and continuing through various dynasties. This book provides an overview of important texts and figures in the history of the Chinese language as well as the development of its writing system. The author also discusses the influence of Buddhism and the introduction of foreign words and concepts on the Chinese language. This book will be of interest to linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the development of one of the world's oldest and most complex languages. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282078409_0
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