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Chinese Stories for Language Learners: A Treasury of Proverbs and Folktales in Bilingual Chinese and English
The highly anticipated next book in Tuttle's Stories 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--giving students a chance to improve their pronunciation and comprehension.
Some of the proverbs featured in this collection
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.
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--giving students a chance to improve their pronunciation and comprehension.
Some of the proverbs featured in this collection
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.
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256 pages, Paperback
Published March 23, 2021
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March 14, 2022
这本书非常好。 每个故事都可以让您反思自己生活中的情况。
This book is very good. Each story allows you to reflect about circumstances in your own life.
This book is very good. Each story allows you to reflect about circumstances in your own life.
December 23, 2022
Great introduction to common Chinese cultures and phrases for intermediate learners. My Chinese has definitely improved and expanded when I read this!
August 1, 2024
This is an excellent book for those that are looking for more guided practice before diving into adult Chinese novels. While the bilingual nature of the book is geared towards intermediate Chinese language learners, advanced students will still benefit from the readings. You can just skip the English sections and just read the Chinese. The authors should be commended for their excellent selection of folktales and idiom stories from Chinese tradition as well as the corresponding mini-exemplar stories for modern usage of the sayings. This is a good resource for self-studying.
December 27, 2024
Through this book and their idioms, I had a glimpse of the culture, values and history of China.
August 16, 2025
An absolutely wonderful book for Language Learners thet examples, translation, illustrations and modern examples are perfect for picking up chinese.
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