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Explore the history and future of the Chinese writing system with this comprehensive academic study. This volume provides a detailed synthesis and analysis of the major developments found in reforming programs designed to modernize Chinese characters. Readers will trace the history of language policy and planning, with a specific focus on developments in the People's Republic of China (PRC) since 1950. The text examines how these policies have shaped the way the language is used and preserved. Beyond historical context, this book addresses the modern era by looking at the challenges posed by new technology. It investigates how the rise of the World Wide Web and digital communication affects the evolution of Chinese characters. This work is an essential resource for those studying language policy, linguistics, and the impact of the digital age on traditional writing systems.

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Provides a comprehensive synthesis and analysis of major reforming programs in the modernizing Chinese writing system.

Traces language policy and planning developments with a specific focus on the post-1950 period in the PRC.

Examines the impact of modern technology and the World Wide Web on the future of Chinese characters.

Offers a thorough examination of the fate of Chinese characters through expert academic research.

Part of the Language Policy series, volume 9, published by Springer for academic study.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
26 December 2007
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13 February 2007

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