本书根据同名纪录片改编而成，介绍汉字的演变过程，形象地说明了汉字对中国维持大一统的局面以及对中华文化的传承所起的巨大作用。本书对比其他文字的形成讲汉字的历史，视野开阔，知识性强，其中穿插一些专家的谈话，使人感到亲切、活泼。 Based on the documentary of the same name — Chinese Characters in Five Thousand Years, this book introduces the evolvement of Chinese characters. It also demonstrates the impact Chinese characters have exerted on the enduring unification of China, and on the passing on of Chinese culture. Serving as comparisons, the evolution of other languages are also discussed during the narration of the history of Chinese characters. This book is rich in information, and presents Chinese characters as seen in a wider context. Interspersed interviews with experts from related fields add a lively and genial touch to the book.
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