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Chinese Proverbs

AUTHOR: Ruthanne Lum McCunn (Compiler)
ISBN: 0811836835
SHORT DESCRIPTION: This beautifully illustrated volume collects more than 50 traditional Chinese proverbs in an irresistible treasury of timeless folk wisdom. Each proverb--presented in both Chinese and English--offers classic advice and keen observation on subjects...

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Chinese Proverbs
- Book Review, by Ruthanne Lum McCunn (Compiler)

Book Description
This beautifully illustrated volume collects more than 50 traditional Chinese proverbs in an irresistible treasury of timeless folk wisdom. Each proverb-presented in both Chinese and English-offers classic advice and keen observation on subjects ranging from affection (A good friend shields you from the storm) to common sense (Do not climb a tree for fish) to the hardest lessons (The eyes are wide but the stomach is narrow). Charming illustrations by Hu Yong Yi bring the proverbs to life, and an insightful introduction illuminates their history and significance. Witty, wise, and utterly delightful, Chinese Proverbs is the perfect gift for those seeking guidance with good humor.

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Text: English, Chinese

About the Author
Hu Yong Yi is a Hong Kong-based painter whose work has been exhibited in the U.S., Canada, Hong Kong, and China. Ruthanne Lum McCunn is the author of numerous novels, including The Moon Pearl and Thousand Pieces of Gold. She lives in San Francisco. K.L. Kiu is a distinguished Chinese translator and linguist. She lives in North Carolina.

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Book Review

Chinese Proverbs
- Book Reviews, by Ruthanne Lum McCunn (Compiler)

Chinese Proverbs

FROM THE PUBLISHER

This beautifully illustrated volume collects more than 50 traditional Chinese proverbs in an irresistible treasury of timeless folk wisdom. Each proverb-presented in both Chinese and English-offers classic advice and keen observation on subjects ranging from affection (A good friend shields you from the storm) to common sense (Do not climb a tree for fish) to the hardest lessons (The eyes are wide but the stomach is narrow). Charming illustrations by Hu Yong Yi bring the proverbs to life, and an insightful introduction illuminates their history and significance. Witty, wise, and utterly delightful, Chinese Proverbs is the perfect gift for those seeking guidance with good humor.

Author Biography: Hu Yong Yi is a Hong Kong-based painter whose work has been exhibited in the U.S., Canada, Hong Kong, and China.

Ruthanne Lum McCunn is the author of numerous novels, including The Moon Pearl and Thousand Pieces of Gold. She lives in San Francisco.

K.L. Kiu is a distinguished Chinese translator and linguist. She lives in North Carolina.

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