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A First Course In Literary Chinese, Vol. 3
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This Book Is Intended To Provide A Foundation In The Grammar Of Classical Chinese On Which The Student Who Plans To Specialize In Classical Studies Can Build, And To Give The Student Of Modern Chinese Sufficient Knowledge Of Literary Chinese For His Purposes.The Material Was Developed Over Twenty Years For Use In The Course Introduction To Classical Chinese, As Taught At Cornell University, Where Students Of Chinese History And Literature Began Their Study Of The Literary Language After One Year Of Modern Chinese, And Students In Modern Fields After Two Years. It Is Therefore Assumed That The Student Can Already Pronounce Chinese Words, Use A System Of Romanization, Read And Write A Few Hundred Chinese Characters, And Understand Simple Passages Of Modern Chinese.The Language Studied In This Book Took Shape In The Latter Half Of The First Millennium B.C. And Persists As A Living Medium Of Expression Today. Bernhard Karlgren Has Said Of It: All Grammatical Expedients Which Have Been Current At Any Time In The Past, Can Be Used Promiscuously In The Literature Of Later Epochs.Texts 122 In Volume I Constitute The Core Of The Course. With The Accompanying Exercises (Also In Volume I), They Provide Material For About Forty Class Sessions, Thus Leaving Time In A Normal Academic Year To Take Up A Selection From Texts 2334 And The Additional Texts An. (All Are Included In Volume I.) Most Of The First Twentytwo Texts Are From Classical Works Of The Formative Period When The Basic Syntax Was Established. The Remaining Texts Illustrate Later Grammatical Forms And Contain Subject Matter Of Considerable Variety.
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- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book has three hundred ninety-two pages. It provides extensive material for students learning classical Chinese.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is a paperback edition. This makes it lightweight and flexible for reading and carrying.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures eight and a half inches in length, eleven and twenty-six hundredths inches in height, and nine hundred eighty thousandths inches in width. This size is standard for academic texts.
- Q: How do I use this book effectively? A: You can use this book as a foundational resource for learning classical Chinese. It includes exercises and texts that can be used in a classroom setting or for self-study.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, this book is suitable for students who have completed one year of modern Chinese. It builds on that foundation to teach classical Chinese grammar.
- Q: Can this book be used for self-study? A: Yes, this book can be used for self-study. It provides exercises and texts that encourage independent learning.
- Q: How should I store this book to keep it in good condition? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. This will help preserve its pages and binding.
- Q: Are there any special care instructions for the book? A: No specific care instructions are needed. Just handle the book gently and keep it away from moisture.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for a return or exchange. Most sellers have policies in place for damaged items.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for children? A: This book is intended for students studying classical Chinese, so it may not be suitable for young children. It is better suited for older students or adults.
- Q: What makes this book different from other Chinese language books? A: This book specifically focuses on classical Chinese grammar and texts. It is designed for students who have a background in modern Chinese.
- Q: Does this book include exercises for practice? A: Yes, the book includes accompanying exercises. These are designed to reinforce the material covered in the texts.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is Harold Shadick. He has extensive knowledge in classical Chinese and has developed this material over twenty years.
- Q: What is the main purpose of this book? A: The main purpose of this book is to provide a foundation in classical Chinese grammar. It aims to prepare students for further study in classical Chinese literature and history.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for this book? A: Yes, the book is aimed at students of classical studies and those who have a background in modern Chinese. It serves as a bridge between the two.