Isbn: 9781528121422 - on the pictorial structure of chinese characters (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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

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

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of Chinese characters, exploring their structure and how they are built from basic components. The author, drawing on the work of modern linguists, argues that the Chinese writing system, like spoken languages, is governed by a set of rules and patterns that can be analyzed using grammatical techniques. This approach challenges the traditional Chinese system of classifying characters by radical and phonetic, which the author argues is inefficient for purposes like mechanical recognition. The book proposes a new framework for understanding Chinese characters, exploring concepts like radical combination, stroke variation, and distinctive features of strokes, all of which contribute to a comprehensive understanding of how characters are built. The author provides compelling examples and insights into the complexity of Chinese character structure. While the book delves into specific grammatical rules, it ultimately aims to demonstrate the underlying principles that govern the seemingly intricate world of Chinese characters, opening up a new and insightful perspective on this ancient and complex writing system. 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. …