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Remembering Simplified Hanzi 2: How Not to Forget the Meaning and Writing of Chinese Characters,Used
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This book is the second of two volumes designed to help students learn the meaning and writing of the 3,000 most frequently used simplified Chinese characters. (A parallel set of volumes has been prepared for traditional characters.) The 1,500 characters introduced in Book 1 include the top 1,000 by frequency, plus another 500 best learned at an early stage. Book 2 adds the remaining 1,500 characters to complete the set.The lessons of Book 2 have been arranged in such a way that they may be studied either after those of Book 1 or simultaneously with them. Students who wish to focus initially on the 1,000 most frequently used characters in the language can do so by studying Book 1 before moving on to Book 2. Many, if not most, learners will find this preferable. Students who wish to apply the logical ordering found in these pages to the entire list of 3,000 characters from the very beginning can take the more exacting, but also more rationally satisfying, approach of studying the parallel lessons of the two volumes together.The lessons in this book are followed by two short, additional sections, one that introduces a number of compounds, or characters that are best learned in pairs, and another that adds two postscripts. The book also includes a number of comprehensive indexes that are designed to facilitate work with both volumes.Of central importance to the approach found in these pages is the systematic arranging of characters in an order best suited to memory. In the Chinese writing system, strokes and simple components are nested within relatively simple characters. These characters, in turn, can serve as parts of more complicated characters, and so on. Taking advantage of this allows a logical ordering, making it possible for students to approach most new characters with prior knowledge that can greatly facilitate the learning process.Guidance and detailed instructions are provided all along the way. Students are taught to employ imaginative memory to associate each characters component parts or primitive elements with one another and with a key word that has been carefully selected to represent an important meaning of the character. This is accomplished through creation of a story that engagingly ties the primitive elements and key word together. In this way, the collections of dots, strokes and components that make up the characters are associated in memorable ways, dramatically shortening the time required for learning and helping prevent characters from slipping out of memory.
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- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has three hundred thirty-six pages. This provides ample content for learning the meaning and writing of simplified Chinese characters.
- Q: What is the size of the book? A: The book measures five point seventy-five inches in length, zero point seventy-five inches in width, and eight point seventy-five inches in height. This size makes it convenient for reading and studying.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is paperback bound. This makes it lightweight and flexible for easy handling.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is James W. Heisig. Heisig is known for his effective methods in teaching Chinese characters.
- Q: What is the focus of this book? A: This book focuses on teaching the meaning and writing of the three thousand most frequently used simplified Chinese characters. It is designed for students learning Chinese.
- Q: Can this book be used for beginners? A: Yes, this book is suitable for beginners. It introduces characters in a logical order to facilitate learning.
- Q: How do I study the lessons in the book? A: You can study the lessons either sequentially or simultaneously with the first volume. This flexibility allows for personalized learning.
- Q: Does this book include any indexes? A: Yes, the book includes comprehensive indexes. These indexes are designed to facilitate your work with both volumes.
- Q: Are there any additional sections in the book? A: Yes, there are two short additional sections. One introduces compounds of characters, and the other includes two postscripts.
- Q: Is this book suitable for self-study? A: Yes, this book is suitable for self-study. It provides guidance and detailed instructions throughout the lessons.
- Q: How do I keep this book in good condition? A: To keep the book in good condition, store it in a cool, dry place and avoid exposure to moisture and direct sunlight.
- Q: What if I receive a damaged copy of the book? A: If you receive a damaged copy, you should contact customer service for assistance with returns or exchanges.
- Q: Can I return the book if I don't like it? A: Yes, you can typically return the book if you're unsatisfied. Check the specific return policy of the retailer.
- Q: Does this book have any adult content? A: No, this book does not contain adult content. It is appropriate for learners of all ages.
- Q: What topics are covered in the lessons? A: The lessons cover the writing and meaning of simplified Chinese characters, arranged to enhance memory retention.
- Q: Is there a volume one for this book? A: Yes, this book is the second volume. Volume one introduces the first one thousand characters.