Publishing Date:2004-09-15

Publisher: Foreign Languages Teaching and Research Press

origin:China

Rich Artistic Connotation & Historical Background:      Listen to it

Chinese for Today is a textbook designed for modern Chinese learners, aiming to help students master the common vocabulary and expressions used in daily life.

In this book, we can see many interesting cultural elements, such as "El Chino de Hoy," which is a type of corn cake originating from Mexico and becoming increasingly popular in China.

This food is not only delicious but also rich in cultural significance, representing friendly exchanges and cooperation between Mexico and China.

In addition to food, we can also learn about other cultural artifacts and clothing from the book.

For example, it mentions a handicraft called "Chinese knot," which is made of red silk thread and is often used to decorate clothing or given as gifts to relatives and friends.

This handicraft not only has a beautiful appearance but also symbolizes good luck and happiness.

Furthermore, the book introduces some traditional Chinese clothing, such as cheongsam and Tang suit, which showcase the charm and uniqueness of ancient Chinese culture.

By reading Chinese for Today, we can gain a deeper understanding of China's cultural history and significance.

This book not only provides practical language learning materials but also allows us to feel the broad and profound Chinese culture.

It opens a window for us to understand China better and makes us love this ancient yet vibrant country even more.