A cultural history of the Chinese language
By: Sharron Gu
Publisher: McFarland & Co.
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 264
ISBN-13: 9780786466498
Subjects: History; Chinese language; Language and culture
Description: "This cultural history of Chinese demonstrates that the language grew and responded to its music and visual expression in a manner very similar to contemporary English and other western languages. This study shows how language has expanded the scope of Chinese imagination and offers a glimpse into the future of younger languages throughout the world"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.