The Origins Of Chinese Characters; 漢字字源入門
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Wang Hongyuan
Binding: Paperback
Published: Sinolingua, Beijing, 1993
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image. Creased and faded cover. Internally sound.
The academic work The Origins Of Chinese Characters presents a comprehensive examination of the historical development and etymological roots of written Chinese. This scholarly volume meticulously uncovers the fascinating evolution of individual characters, illustrating their transformation from ancient pictograms to their modern forms. It instructs readers on the intricate logic behind the character system, detailing the cultural and linguistic forces that shaped its complexity. Wang Hongyuan's authoritative text argues for a deeper understanding of Chinese culture through the lens of its foundational script. This essential resource offers invaluable insights for students and enthusiasts alike, providing a clear pathway into the rich heritage embedded within each stroke.
Author: Wang Hongyuan
Binding: Paperback
Published: Sinolingua, Beijing, 1993
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image. Creased and faded cover. Internally sound.
The academic work The Origins Of Chinese Characters presents a comprehensive examination of the historical development and etymological roots of written Chinese. This scholarly volume meticulously uncovers the fascinating evolution of individual characters, illustrating their transformation from ancient pictograms to their modern forms. It instructs readers on the intricate logic behind the character system, detailing the cultural and linguistic forces that shaped its complexity. Wang Hongyuan's authoritative text argues for a deeper understanding of Chinese culture through the lens of its foundational script. This essential resource offers invaluable insights for students and enthusiasts alike, providing a clear pathway into the rich heritage embedded within each stroke.