{"product_id":"9780500294260","title":"Chineasy® Travel","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAuthor: ShaoLan, Bar, Noma\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eChina\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003ePublished on 1 August 2018 by Thames \u0026amp; Hudson Ltd in the United Kingdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHardback | 96 pages, Illustrated in colour throughout\u003cbr\u003e181 x 130 x 13 | 200g\u003cp\u003eChineasy® Travel presents over 100 of the most used and useful Chinese characters, phrases and sentences for travellers, wherever they may find themselves in the Chinese-speaking world. Ingeniously illustrated throughout by Noma Bar, this guide breaks down the essentials in six themed chapters, from reading directions and using public transport, to ordering food off a menu. A chapter on culture explores the country’s history, philosophy and religion, including annual festivals. Whether you are planning a business trip, holiday or longer adventure, the Chineasy method provides a great starting point to broadening your knowledge of the language and culture. Including a list of useful phrases and instructions on Chinese pronunciation and basic grammar, this handy pocket guide brings the stories and myths behind the characters to life, providing a welcome primer for breaking down the barriers of language.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShaoLan, Bar, Noma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42465506721976,"sku":"9780500294260","price":7.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0509\/1953\/8872\/files\/9780500294260.jpg?v=1734742104","url":"https:\/\/octoberbooks.org\/products\/9780500294260","provider":"October Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}