Integrated Chinese: Simplified Characters Textbook, Level 1, Part 1 (English and Chinese Edition)

Cheng & Tsui s best-loved Chinese textbook series is new, revised, and better than ever! Integrated Chinese is already the leading introductory Chinese textbook at colleges and universities around the world. The third edition of this time-tested series has been fully updated to meet the needs of today s students with new communicative and interactive exercises, a full-color design, up-to-date vocabulary, enhanced cultural coverage, a diverse cast of characters, and a realistic storyline linking all the dialogues and readings. The second edition will remain available to order. What's new in the 3rd Edition? 1. 20 lessons in Level 1, for easier academic planning 2. Level 2 split into two volumes, one per semester 3. Student-centered learning objectives at the start of each lesson and progress checklists at the end 4. Let s Take a Break sections after every five lessons for review and reinforcement 5. More task-based, communicative language applications 6. Current, relevant vocabulary and revised grammar notes 7. Exciting new storyline linking all the dialogues and readings 8. Enhanced focus on cultural coverage and comparison 9. All-new, user-friendly full-color design 10.New photos, illustrations, and authentic materials in each lesson