This new first edition of the Collins Chinese Gem Dictionary has been specially designed to meet the needs of learners of both Chinese & English. A clear colour layout, up-to-date coverage of everyday words & phrases, & a handy travel supplement make this dictionary the ideal portable companion. Collins Chinese Gem has been written for all those learning Chinese or English for study or for travel. It is the ideal text for anyone who needs a wealth of reliable information in a portable format. A free iPoda download of the Phrasefinder supplement is also available to users. / The Collins Chinese Gem Dictionary contains all the everyday words & phrases used in today's Chinese & English that you will need to know, with a practical supplement for travellers. / This dictionary offers extra help with essential vocabulary, & thousands of useful phrases to guide you to the correct translation. / Clear, colour layout & the inclusion of pinyin romanization ensure that you can quickly find the information you need. Other titles available in the Collins Chinese range are the Collins Pocket Chinese Dictionary & the Collins Chinese Dictionary Plus. ...

Look & learn to recall a wealth of everyday vocabulary in Chinese with this intuitive easy-to-use visual language dictionary. Whether it's for business or pleasure, pick up 6, 000 key Chinese words & phrases on a range of subjects: from shopping & eating out, to sport & beyond quickly & easily. Find every word you need to know fast using the clearly labelled colour illustrated scenes from everyday life. Plus, find helpful features on key Chinese nouns, verbs & phrases to improve your understanding. Pocket-sized so you can take it wherever your travels take you. ...

China is the most populous country on earth, with the longest history of any modern nation. In the 21st century, it is clear that Chinas future, as a political & economic world power, is set to be as significant as its past, & its achievements still depend upon its people. This book tells the story of China through 96 short biographies. We see the range of Chinese cultural & scientific achievements, as well as its military conquests, wars, rebellions & political & philosophical movements, through the eyes of real people who created or were caught up by them. Here is a colourful array of very different men & women: emperors & empresses, concubines, officials & political figures, rebels, exiles, philosophers, writers & poets, artists, musicians, scientists, military leaders & committed pacifists. Their careers, achievements, misdeeds, disasters, punishments, ideas & love stories make this an unforgettable read. The expert authors have drawn on a huge range of sources to assemble information about the widest possible range of individuals from all periods & parts of China, from an early warrior lady of the 13th century bc, Fu Hao, to the late-20th-century Communist leader Deng Xiaoping. ...

Chinese Mandarin in 30 Days in a selection of language titles from Berlitz, to aid you before & during your travels. Berlitz have been producing language titles & promoting language learning for more than 125years. Catalogue selection comprising the following Berlitz series: Phrase books & Dictionaries, Phrase books & CDs, Shortcuts to ...

Chinese Mandarin Phrase Book in a selection of language titles from Berlitz, to aid you before & during your travels. Berlitz have been producing language titles & promoting language learning for more than 125years. Catalogue selection comprising the following Berlitz series: Phrase books & Dictionaries, Phrase books & CDs, Shortcuts to ...

Chinese Mandarin Phrase Book & CD in a selection of language titles from Berlitz, to aid you before & during your travels. Berlitz have been producing language titles & promoting language learning for more than 125years. Catalogue selection comprising the following Berlitz series: Phrase books & Dictionaries, Phrase books & CDs, Shortcuts to ...

Chinese Mandarin Universal Dictionary in a selection of language titles from Berlitz, to aid you before & during your travels. Berlitz have been producing language titles & promoting language learning for more than 125years. Catalogue selection comprising the following Berlitz series: Phrase books & Dictionaries, Phrase books & CDs, Shortcuts to ...

PEPIN (R) gift & creative paper books all contain 4 pages of introduction & 12 large sheets of very high-quality wrapping paper. They can easily be removed from the books by tearing them along a perforated line. The wrapping papers are folded to fit into the book; when removed & opened they measure 50 cm x 70 cm (191/2 inch x 271/2 inch; a standard size for gift wrapping papers). Depending on the theme, we have selected a suitable light-weight paper quality. For example, papers with designs in gold, silver or bronze are printed on silky art paper on which the inks show to their best advantage. Designs with an antique or h&-made feel are printed on high-quality creamy offset paper. PEPIN (R) papers make your gift package look very special. In addition, our papers are suitable for scrap booking & all sorts of craft projects. Each volume contains 12 different, exceptional designs. ...

The Chinese Patterns Placemat Pad contains 8 sheets of 6 different designs, so in all 48 placemats per pad. The designs are printed with soy-based ink on high-quality FSC-certified paper. The placemats can very easily be removed from the pads without damaging the sheets. The placemats measure 42 cm x 30 cm (16 inch x 12 inch). The design, printing quality & materials are all of the highest quality. Pepin placemats will make your dinner table look truly wonderful. ...

Find the right words fast! Practical & easy-to-use, Frommer's Phrase Finders let you experience a place the way the locals do--by speaking the same language. More than 5, 000 words & phrases organized by topic & dictionary entry for easy use on the go A two-way dictionary cross-referenced to verb conjugations & the most common phrases Detailed pronunciation guide & slang terms to help you sound more like a local A two-way menu translator, basic grammar information, & much more ...