A COMMON MALADY of visitors to China is "instant illiteracy."In China,familiar signs in English are rare.Even the independent spirit soon learns that without language skills one requires hile to engage in the most basic activities.The Pocket Interpreter makes it possible for the adventurous to enjoy some rewarding experiences on their own.

This handy companion begins with a brief survey of essentials to prep the new student of Chinese on forming basic sentences.Alongside the senterces are explanations about many unique aspects of China,from local snacks to Chinese Operas.Some special features are:simplified les-sons on "What You"ll Hear"and"Signs,"plus an extersive,targeted English-Chinese dictionary.

In a bright,easy format with humrous drawings for popular expressions ,The Pocket Interpreter is a quick cure for language woes in China.

注：本書為英文版。