How to Write Chinese: Containing General Rules for Writing Chinese, and Particular Directions for Writing the Radicals (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

James Dyer Ball

9780331600889: How to Write Chinese: Containing General Rules for Writing Chinese, and Particular Directions for Writing the Radicals (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0331600889 ISBN 13: 9780331600889

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Master the art of writing Chinese with a practical, step‑by‑step guide

This instructional volume focuses on the mechanics of Chinese writing, from basic strokes to the structure of radicals and characters. It explains the reasoning behind writing order, stroke placement, and how to dissect words into their component parts for easier memorization.

This edition lays out general rules for writing Chinese and provides detailed directions for using radicals to form hundreds of characters. It covers how to start a character, how strokes relate to each other, and how to recognize patterns that appear across different words. The book also introduces the pronunciation of radicals in several Chinese varieties and shows how to connect those sounds to written form, helping learners write with accuracy and speed.

Clear guidance on stroke order and pen control for neat, proper characters
Step‑by‑step explanations of radicals, character formation, and common combinations
Practical examples that illustrate how characters are built from simpler parts
Pronunciations and writing order for Mandarin, Cantonese, Swatow, Hakka, Amoy, and Hankow

Ideal for beginners who want a solid, hands‑on method to learn to write Chinese and understand how characters are built. This edition serves as a practical companion for learners preparing for examinations or aiming to gain confidence in everyday writing.

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