{"product_id":"chinese-cantonese-wisdom-roy-shiba-9798273692916","title":"Chinese Cantonese Wisdom: A Treasury of 100+ Chinese Cantonese Proverbs with Mandarin and English Translations: Unlock the Rich Cultural Heritage and","description":"\u003cb\u003eUnlock the vibrant soul of Southern China with \"Cantonese Wisdom\"!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHave you ever wanted to understand the true character of Cantonese culture? To go beyond \"hello\" and \"thank you\" and grasp the humor, wisdom, and sharp insights that define the people of Hong Kong, Guangdong, Macau and beyond? This book is your essential guide.\u003cbr\u003eInside this cultural treasury, you will discover: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e100+ Authentic Cantonese Proverbs: \u003c\/b\u003e Carefully selected for their cultural significance and everyday relevance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTri-Lingual Clarity: \u003c\/b\u003e Each proverb features Traditional Chinese characters, Jyutping romanization, Mandarin Chinese translations, and clear English explanations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCultural Context: \u003c\/b\u003e No more confusion! We explain the history and modern usage behind each saying, so you know exactly when and how to use them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrganized for Learning: \u003c\/b\u003e Proverbs are categorized into intuitive chapters like \"Life \u0026amp; Wisdom,\" \"Relationships,\" and \"Humor \u0026amp; Everyday Life.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePerfect for All Learners: \u003c\/b\u003e Whether you're a language student, a heritage speaker, a traveler, or simply a curious mind, this book offers a fascinating deep dive into a rich linguistic tradition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eFrom the resilient spirit of \u003cb\u003e「鬼叫你窮咩，頂硬上！」\u003c\/b\u003e (\"Grit your teeth and push on!\") to the hilarious imagery of \u003cb\u003e「捉字蝨」\u003c\/b\u003e (\"To catch character lice\" - or be a pedant), these sayings are a gateway to understanding the Cantonese heart.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Roy Shiba\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798273692916\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/09\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 118\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.37lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d","brand":"Roy Shiba","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48447371346175,"sku":"9798273692916","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_b5fdee1c-5dbd-4446-a062-4cc8f4fc24cd.jpg?v=1777230660","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/chinese-cantonese-wisdom-roy-shiba-9798273692916","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}