Chinese Politeness

Discover the intricacies of politeness in the Chinese language with Chinese Politeness by Rong Chen, published by Cambridge University Press in 2023. This insightful hardback edition spans 250 pages and offers a comprehensive exploration of Chinese politeness, juxtaposed with the politeness norms of various linguacultures. Chen argues for the necessity of a universal theory of politeness, making this book an essential read for linguists and cultural scholars alike. As part of the Flip it Open Programme, Chinese Politeness may also be available in Open Access, providing greater accessibility to its valuable insights. For more details, visit our website, Cambridge Core.