Tuttle publishing dez 2018 (5 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Daniel Tudor covers all the important issues, yet does not simply tell the more familiar stories, but looks deeper and wider to give the full story of Korea today.' Martin Uden, Former British Ambassador to South KoreaIn just fifty years, South Korea has transformed itself from a failed state, ruined and partitioned by war and decades of colonial rule, into an economic powerhouse and a democracy that serves as a model for other countries. How was it able to achieve this with no natural resources and a tradition of authoritarian rule Who are the Koreans and how did they accomplish this second Asian miracle Through a comprehensive exploration of Korean history, culture and society, and interviews with dozens of experts, celebrated journalist Daniel Tudor seeks answers to these and many other fascinating questions. In Korea: The Impossible Country, Tudor touches on topics as diverse as shamanism, clan-ism, the dilemma posed by North Korea, and the growing international appeal of South Korean pop culture. This new edition has been updated with additional materials on recent events, including the impeachment of Park Geun-hye and the sinking of the Sewol Ferry. Although South Korea has long been overshadowed by Japan and China, Korea: The Impossible Country illuminates how this small country is one of the great success stories of the postwar period.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Learn the essential Mandarin Chinese characters and words in everyday use in China! Anyone planning to learn Chinese knows that there are 300 primary characters they must understand to function in China. This systematic introduction to the Mandarin language is designed to help you learn them fastalong with how to pronounce, write, and remember 1,200 key vocabulary words and phrases. Essential for anyone wishing to pass the official Chinese government HSK Level 1 & 2 proficiency exam or the Advanced Placement (AP) Chinese Language and Culture Exam, Beginning Chinese Characters presents these 300 characters in a series of very simple and easy lessons: - The Chinese characters are grouped into themes with a warm-up narrative for each one- Each character's pronunciation and meanings in combination with other characters are presented- Exercises to practice recognizing the characters and using the vocabulary are provided- Writing guides show you how to write each correctly- Includes easy access to online native speaker audio recordings and free, printable flashcardsThis straightforward, easy-to-use resource is ideal for test-prep and mastering essential vocabulary, pronunciation and writing. With useful English, Pinyin and Mandarin characters, this book helps you to use what you learn both within a formal classroom setting and in real-life situations in China.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Concise and user-friendly, Easy Hindi: A Complete Language Course and Pocket Dictionary in One is perfect for anyone who wants to learn Hindiwhether on their own or with a teacher. This language learning book is the perfect introduction to Hindi for beginners. It enables users to begin efficiently communicating from the very first day, and its compact size makes it an excellent tool for travelers or business people looking to learn Hindi on the road without giving up on any content. This Hindi learning book includes: - Useful notes on the Devanagari script, pronunciation, sentence structure, vocabulary and grammar- Sections covering greetings, requests, idiomatic expressions and everyday situations- Cultural information about Indian etiquette as well as do's and don'ts- A Hindi dictionary of the most commonly-used words and phrases- The free online audio provides pronunciation with many hours of native-speaker recordings of the dialogues, vocabulary, and exercises.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An invaluable, interactive study guide for learning essential Japanese characters. The First 100 Japanese Kanji is intended for beginning students or experienced speakers who need to practice writing Japanese characters. Kanji are an essential part of the Japanese language and together with kana (hiragana and katakana) comprise the written components of Japanese. This book presents the kanji characters that are most commonly used. They have been carefully selected for rapid and efficient learning. Each kanji's readings, meanings, and common compounds are presented, and romanized pronunciations for English speakers (romanji) are included as well. Stroke order guides are designed to be traced over to teach students the standard sequence of strokes used to write each character. Three indexes at the back allow the characters to be looked up as with a dictionary or by their readings. Students who wish to practice writing kanji will find extra practice sheets available. This book includes:- Step-by-step stroke order diagrams for each character.- Individual boxes with grid lines to practice writing characters.- Words and phrases using each kanji.- Romanizations (romanji) to help identify and pronounce every word.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Whether eaten in an exclusive restaurant or at a humble street stall, gyoza dumplings are the ultimate Asian comfort food. Dumplings are surprisingly easy to make once you learn a few basic techniques. Step-by-step instructions, photos, and helpful tips show you how to wrap dumplings like the 'Gyoza King,' Paradise Yamamoto, himselfeven if it's your first try. This book contains 50 delicious dumpling recipes, including: - Shiitake and Pork Potstickers- Waygu Beef Dumplings- Bacon and Egg Carbonara Dumplings- Lamb Gyoza with Coriander- Many more traditional and playful recipes (including dessert dumplings)With a wide array of shapes, fillings, and customizable options, these recipes are sure to please picky eaters and gyoza connoisseurs alike! Impress friends and family with these satisfying and easy-to-make morsels.…