
East Meets West
33 Chinese Idioms That Inspire Everyday Life
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Timothy J. Assink
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By:
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Eve Zen
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This book invites you on a fascinating journey through timeless Chinese idioms that hold immense practicality in our everyday lives. Spanning a diverse range of themes such as strategic thinking, effective communication, meaningful relationships, the art of learning, emotional wellbeing, and the pursuit of achievement and success, these idioms resonate deeply in our modern existence, transcending cultural boundaries to offer universal wisdom.
Written in an accessible and enjoyable style, this book caters to both kids and adults alike. Brace yourself for an entertaining adventure to discover the fascinating world of Chinese culture, philosophy, history, and language. Each idiom unfolds through humorous narratives that will leave you chuckling and craving for more.
Chapter 1: Strategic Approaches
- "Half the Effort, Twice the Result."
- "Beating the Grass to Scare the Snake."
- "Three Visits to the Thatched Hut."
- "Quenching Thirst by Gazing at Plums."
- "Praying Mantis Catches the Cicada."
- "Achieve a Goal in One Swift Stroke."
Chapter 2: Communication and Relationships
- "Playing the Lute to a Cow."
- "Carrying Thorns and Apologizing."
- "Judging a Person by Appearance."
- "Generalizing from One Case to Another."
- "Returning the Intact Jade to Zhao."
- "Cooperate and Overcome Difficulties Together."
Chapter 3: The Journey of Learning
- "Boring a Hole in the Wall to Steal Light."
- "Hearing the Rooster Crow and Starting to Dance."
- "Sleeping on Brushwood and Tasting Gall."
- "Hanging from a Beam and Stabbing One's Thigh."
- "The Foolish Old Man Moves Mountains."
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I remember growing up next to a Cantonese family. I was so young I didn't understand the depth of culture. so now this book brings me back, remembering things from my youth.
Depth of self.
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