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A History of the Chinese Language

By Hongyuan Dong

Book information

Publisher
Routledge
Year
2014
ISBN
0415660394, 0415660408, 9780415660396, 9780415660402
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
3 MB (2852664 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
218\218
Time added
2017-02-10 08:04:01
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Description

A History of the Chinese Language provides a comprehensive introduction to the historical development of the Chinese language from its proto Sino-Tibetan roots in prehistoric times to Modern Standard Chinese. Taking a highly accessible and balanced approach, it presents a chronological survey of the various stages of Chinese language development, covering crucial aspects such as phonology, syntax and semantics. Written by a highly experienced instructor, A History of the Chinese Language will be an essential resource for beginning students of Chinese Language and Linguistics and for anyone interested in the history and culture of China.

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