Isbn: 9781330518533 - the evolution of the chinese language: as exemplifying the origin and growth of human speech (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the evolution of the Chinese language, tracing its origins and development through the lens of human speech. The author, an expert in Chinese philology, examines the relationship between the evolution of the language and the development of human civilization, demonstrating how changes in language reflect broader cultural and societal shifts. The book explores the role of the mouth and hand in creating language, arguing that the earliest words likely consisted of labial sounds shaped by the movements of the lips. It discusses the development of tones and vowels, as well as the influence of gestures and environmental factors on the formation of consonants and the emergence of grammar. Through a detailed analysis of Chinese sounds and characters, the author provides insights into the processes of letter formation, sound changes, and the emergence of different dialects. This book offers a comprehensive and accessible overview of the evolution of Chinese, shedding light on the origins and development of human language and its relationship to human culture and history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…