2nd Edition
Why did Jeremy Lin's journey to the NBA inspire so many people? When did Ang Lee start to feel like a success in the film industry? How did Yao Ming get his drive to excel in basketball? What was Lang Lang's first exposure to classical piano music?... Read More »
In today's highly competitive Chinese market, knowing the language and culture can mean the difference between success and failure for foreign business ventures. Designed for learners with no prior background in Chinese, Startup Business Chinese ... Read More »
2nd Edition
Developed by the Sogang University Korean Language Institute
Revised based on feedback from the field, the 2nd edition of the popular Sogang Korean series provides a comprehensive approach to Korean communication and contemporary culture. The four language skills--speaking, listening, reading, and writing--... Read More »
2nd Edition
Get caught up in Jeremy Lin's meteoric rise from basketball sidelines to NBA stardom.
Discover the story behind the "Linsanity" in this remarkable tale of perseverance and drive. Readers will learn how Jeremy Lin, the first American player of... Read More »
2nd Edition
Watch Jay Chou evolve from a young introvert into Asia's King of Pop.
Discover the story of Taiwan's superstar Jay Chou, whose unexpected transformation from shy adolescent to pop king exemplifies his courage and drive to adapt. Readers will learn... Read More »
Pinyin Annotated Readers
2nd Edition
Explore Ang Lee's transition from obscure beginnings to cinematic acclaim.
Discover the story of Ang Lee, the two-time Academy Award-winning director renowned for films such as Life of Pi, Brokeback Mountain, and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.... Read More »
Pinyin Annotated Readers
2nd Edition
Admire Vera Wang's work ethic as she builds a wedding dress store into a fashion empire.
Discover the story of designer Vera Wang, whose trademark wedding dresses propelled her to the top ranks of the fashion world. Readers will learn how Vera Wang... Read More »
2nd Edition
Marvel at Lang Lang’s ability to overcome a tough childhood and become a piano virtuoso.
Discover the story of world-famous pianist Lang Lang, one of classical music’s most renowned stars. Born in Shenyang in 1982 and educated in both China and the... Read More »
2nd Edition
by Yun Xiao, Ying Wang, Hui Xiao, Wenjie Liu
by Jijun Yu
by Chunching Chang
Foreign language acquisition research shows that reading large quantities of level-appropriate material is essential to attaining fluency in a foreign language. Tales and Traditions was specially created to meet the need for interesting and... Read More »
Chinese Reading Comprehesion essays for language learning and cultural comparison
The Readings in Chinese Culture Series reinforces students' grasp of Chinese vocabulary and grammar and strengthens their understanding of Chinese culture through a... Read More »
by Shumang Fredlein, Paul Fredlein
The Ni Hao textbooks feature a wide range of situational settings and vocabulary to encourage students to practice Chinese in everyday activities. Each lesson presents conversations as illustrated scripts that facilitate role-playing and help... Read More »
An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese
3rd Edition
by Eri Banno, Yoko Ikeda, Yutaka Ohno, Chikako Shinagawa, Kyoko Tokashiki
The Genki Volume 2 Workbook is designed to be used alongside the Volume 2 Textbook. The workbook supplements the exercises in the textbook with fill-in the blank exercises, writing composition prompts, translation practice, and kanji writing... Read More »
2nd Edition
by Yun Xiao, Hui Xiao, Jijun Yu, Ying Zhang
The Tales and Traditions Volume 4 e-Book is an identical, digital alternative to the print edition. This subscription is valid for 12 months, starting from the date of activation. Please note that this title is not available for download and an... Read More »
2nd Edition
by Yun Xiao, Ying Zhang, Chunching Chang
The Tales and Traditions Volume 3 e-Book is an identical, digital alternative to the print edition. This subscription is valid for 12 months, starting from the date of purchase. Please note that this title is not available for download and an... Read More »
Readings in Chinese Literature Series
2nd Edition
by Yun Xiao, Hui Xiao, Ying Wang, Wenjie Liu
The Tales and Traditions Volume 2 e-Book is an identical, digital alternative to the print edition. This subscription is valid for 12 months, starting from the date of purchase. Please note that this is not available for download and an Internet... Read More »
Readings in Chinese Literature Series
2nd Edition
by Yun Xiao, Hui Xiao, Ying Wang
The Tales and Traditions Volume 1 e-Book is an identical, digital alternative to the print edition. This subscription is valid for 12 months, starting from the date of purchase. Please note that this title is not available for download and an... Read More »
An Intermediate Course for Professionals
1st Edition
The Startup Business Chinese Level 2 Online Textbook & Workbook is an identical, digital alternative to the print edition. This subscription is valid for 12 months, starting from the date of purchase. Please note that this title is not available... Read More »
This is a 1-year subscription starting at time of purchase to the e-book edition of The Sky is Bright with Stars and Other Essays. An Internet connection is required to access this title.
The Sky is Bright with Stars and Other Essays invites... Read More »
Korean for Non-Native Speakers
2nd Edition
Developed by Sogang Korean Language Education Center
Developed by professionals at the Sogang Korean Language Education Center, Sogang Korean provides a comprehensive approach to Korean communication and contemporary culture. The four language skills--speaking, listening, reading, and writing--are... Read More »
2nd Edition
by Yuehua Liu, Chengzhi Chu, Jinhai Wen
She is really beautiful. Just one look at her photo and three guys, Dai-wei, Jie-fu, and Qiu-tian, are all determined to find her! The photo was given to them by their professor before he died and nobody knows where in China the girl is. How can the... Read More »
2nd Edition
by Yuehua Liu, Chengzhi Chu, Shaoling Zhao
In the art dealer’s shop, the old gentleman picked up the old painting once again. He looked it up and down, left and right. He held it up, contemplating it for a few minutes. His eyes opened wider and wider. Finally, he turned to Shaxiao, the... Read More »
2nd Edition
by Yuehua Liu, Chengzhi Chu, Dehua Yang
One winter night, a teacher falls from her bicycle in front of a car. The driver rushes her to a nearby hospital, but refuses to answer any questions about the accident or his identity. After leaving some money behind, he disappears into the night,... Read More »
An Intermediate-High Course for Professionals
The Startup Business Chinese Level 3 Online Textbook & Workbook is an identical, digital alternative to the print edition. This subscription is valid for 12 months, starting from the date of purchase. Please note that this title is not available... Read More »
2nd Edition
by Yuehua Liu, Chengzhi Chu, Shaoling Zhao
Twenty-five years ago, people in my village did not know that wild geese should be protected from hunting. My grandfather was the best of the hunters, selling the geese in town to pay for my schooling. One day, as he hunted, an eagle attacked the... Read More »
2nd Edition
by Yuehua Liu, Chengzhi Chu, Lingshu Wang
A teenage boy runs away from home, leaving his mother devastated. She never leaves home--never goes out with friends, eats out, or travels. Years pass, and then one day, the son returns to find his mother gone…