Learn about the fascinating history of Chinese characters with "The Origins of Chinese Characters" by Wang Hongyuan. This 214-page etymological dictionary, published in 2004 by Sinolingua Beijing, attempts to find a new way to teach the practical ideography of Chinese to those whose native scripts are alphabet-based. Discover the secrets behind the development of Chinese characters, their meanings, and the stories behind their creation. Measuring 10 inches in length, 7.25 inches in width, and 1/2 inch in height, this paperback format book is the perfect addition to any language courses or educational reference collection. Get your hands on this one-of-a-kind book, printed in the People's Republic of China, weighing 1lb, and dive into the rich history of Chinese characters. Sold from the Shanghai Museum. Some foxing/rusty marks to edges of pages, and a slight dent/light crease to cover where the inside cover has been turned, not very noticable, see photos for condition, No tears or weiting, etc. great condition, rare book