Keukenhof, NL
Among many things that keep me inspired there is Chinese. I have been learning Mandarin since I was 16 years old, and after only one year studying it by myself I managed to pass HSK3. This is an example of how powerful passions can be. In this case, my interest in languages. Since the very beginning I have felt extremely fascinated by Chinese and its culture, so that the process of learning was smooth, easy and incredibly rewarding. If you are also learning Mandarin, I am going to share some tips during this Blue-Sky Spirit journey on how to manage studying it by yourself and quickly improve your level, some Chinese dramas that melted my heart, Chinese traditional and contemporary music, Chinese books for beginners and intermediate level’s students, places to visit in China and so on!
Hence, if you are a China lover, keep reading!
In this article I am going to illustrate to you some books that helped me improve my reading skills and expand my vocabulary.
Hope they can help you too!
1. 中国传说 Leggende Cinesi by Cosetta Tolu and Li Wei
HSK 3
Only Chinese
About: This book contains a compilation of the most famous Chinese myths. If you like traditions and folklore, this is the right book for you!
2. The Journey to the West - Books 4,5,6 by Jeff Pepper and Xiao Hui Wang
HSK 3
Chinese and English + pinyin
About: The Journey to the West is one of the most famous Chinese classics. It can be compared to the Iliad and Odyssey in the West. Every child in China knows the mythical adventures narrated in this story. Hence, if you would like to immerse yourself in Chinese culture and ancient mythology, this is the right book for you!
3. The immortal peaches - Book 3 of The Journey to the West by Jeff Pepper and Xiao Hui Wang
HSK 3
Chinese and English + pinyin
About: The Journey to the West is one of the most famous Chinese classics. It can be compared to the Iliad and Odyssey in the West. Every child in China knows the mythical adventures narrated in this story. Hence, if you would like to immerse yourself in Chinese culture and ancient mythology, this is the right book for you!
4. 玫瑰和狮子 Rose and the Lion by Yun Xian
HSK 3
Only Chinese + pinyin
About: If you like Beauty and the Beast… this is the right book for you! You can have the opportunity to read its adaptation in Chinese!
5. 象棋的故事 The Royal Game by Yun Xian
HSK 4
Only Chinese
About: This book is an adaptation of the Austrian novelist Stefan Zweig’s 1941 novel The Royal Game.
Let me know in the comment box below if you already know some of them and which one interests you the most! I am also curious about your relationship with Mandarin, so feel free to share your unique story!
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