Chinese stories for language learners : a treasury of proverbs and folktales in Chinese and English / Vivian Ling & Wang Peng ; illustrated by Yang Xi.
255 pages : illustrations, map ; 23 cm + 1 audio disc (2 hr., 45 min. : digital ; 4 3/4 in.)
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references.
Summary
This book presents 22 classic Chinese proverbs and the traditional tales behind them. The stories are bilingual, with the Chinese and English versions presented on facing pages. Each includes an explanation of how the proverb is used today, cultural notes, vocabulary and discussion questions. Audio recordings of the tales by native Mandarin speakers are included, giving students a chance to improve their pronunciation and comprehension.
