Two Years' Course of Study in the Chinese Language, Vol. 1 of 4: Analytical Primer (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Unlock the logic of Chinese characters with a practical, thorough primer.
This analytical primer guides learners through each lesson by breaking characters into component parts, using a Stroke Alphabet, and emphasizing radicals and synthetic characters to show how words are built.
The book presents a method focused on analysis and systematic practice. It notes that thousands of character parts are covered, with vocab in both printed and shorthand forms to aid reading. It also highlights two- and three-character phrases, the importance of phrases in daily use, and the role of review in solidifying learning. The work also explains a romanization system and stresses tone study as essential to mastery.
- Learn characters by analyzing parts, then connect them to meanings and uses in context.
- Build reading and speaking ability with paired vocab, phrases, and short sentences.
- Work with a structured review plan to reinforce memory and accuracy.
- Understand romanization and tone practice as foundational to pronunciation.
Ideal for readers beginning Chinese study, including learners aiming for a steady, disciplined approach to character learning and daily language use.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a systematic and efficient approach to learning Chinese characters, specifically targeting missionaries aiming for fluency. It acknowledges existing resources but addresses the need for a structured method that ensures thorough understanding of characters and their components. The author emphasizes the importance of recognizing radicals and component parts, enabling learners to decipher characters even in unfamiliar contexts. The book presents a curated selection of 2,000 essential characters, divided into manageable lessons, with a focus on action words in the first volume. The text delves into the intricacies of Chinese sentence structure and idiomatic expressions, providing insights into the language's unique grammar and rhetoric. It also offers practical guidance on pronunciation, tones, and the distinction between aspirated and unaspirated sounds. By combining character analysis with sentence construction and cultural context, this book empowers readers to progress from basic recognition to reading comprehension and written expression. The author's method promises not just character memorization but a deeper grasp of the Chinese language and its nuances. 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 # 9781330424902_0
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