Chineasy Travel - Softcover

'the perfect pocket-sized companion to help you break down the barriers of language and culture' - Timeless Travel 'May revolutionize the teaching of Chinese around the world ... In twenty-five minutes ShaoLan's method had done more for me than had two weeks of headaches clutching Collins's Easy Learning Chinese Characters' - Sunday Times

The essential Chineasy guide to characters, words and phrases, culture and traditions for travellers of all types, in a pocket-size format

Whether you are planning a business trip, holiday or longer adventure, the Chineasy method provides a great starting point to broadening your knowledge of the language and culture. Chineasy® Travel teaches over 100 of the most used and useful Chinese characters, phrases and sentences for travellers, wherever they may find themselves in the Chinese-speaking world. Ingeniously illustrated throughout by Noma Bar, this guide breaks down the essentials in six themed chapters, from reading directions and using public transport, to ordering food off a menu. A chapter on culture explores the country’s history, philosophy and religion, including annual festivals.

Including a list of useful phrases and instructions on Chinese pronunciation and basic grammar, this handy pocket guide brings the stories and myths behind the characters to life, providing a welcome primer for breaking down the barriers of language.

Table of Contents

Introduction: What is Chineasy? · 1. The Basics · 2. Where in China? · 3. Chinese Culture · 4. Food and Drink · 5. Transport · 6. Reading Signs