Integrated Chinese Level 1 Part 1 - Textbook (Simplified characters) - Softcover

The series provides coordinated practice in the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing, as well as additional insight into Chinese culture and society. Throughout the series, integrated Chinese builds on the three modes of communication interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational to build proficiency in using the Chinese language in real-life situations. Integrated Chinese is already the leading introductory Chinese textbook at colleges and universities around the world. The third edition of this time-tested series has been fully updated to meet the needs of today's students with new communicative and interactive exercises, a full-color design, up-to-date vocabulary, enhanced cultural coverage, a diverse cast of characters, and a realistic storyline linking all the dialogues and readings.