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Explore the creative language, slang and digital culture of China's internet generation.
From clever wordplay and internet slang to coded numbers and viral expressions, China Online offers a fascinating look at the unique language created by China's online communities. Author and translator Veronique Michel introduces readers to the humor, creativity and cultural trends that shape the way millions of young Chinese communicate today.
Discover the distinctive online "tribes" that emerged through China's internet culture, from the "Moonlight Tribe" and the "Ant Tribe" to the "Diamond Bachelors" and many others. Along the way you'll learn how Chinese internet users combine puns, abbreviations, multiple languages and ingenious number codes to communicate quickly and creatively.
Part language guide, part cultural exploration, China Online provides an entertaining introduction to the ever-evolving world of contemporary Chinese internet culture.
From clever wordplay and internet slang to coded numbers and viral expressions, China Online offers a fascinating look at the unique language created by China's online communities. Author and translator Veronique Michel introduces readers to the humor, creativity and cultural trends that shape the way millions of young Chinese communicate today.
Discover the distinctive online "tribes" that emerged through China's internet culture, from the "Moonlight Tribe" and the "Ant Tribe" to the "Diamond Bachelors" and many others. Along the way you'll learn how Chinese internet users combine puns, abbreviations, multiple languages and ingenious number codes to communicate quickly and creatively.
Part language guide, part cultural exploration, China Online provides an entertaining introduction to the ever-evolving world of contemporary Chinese internet culture.
Price: $13.99
Pages: 160
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Imprint: Tuttle Publishing
Publication Date:
10 March 2015
Trim Size: 7.50 X 5.00 in
ISBN: 9780804844369
Format: Paperback
"China Online takes us into the unknown world of 700 million Internet users. In her book, which is both serious and humorous, Veronique Michel sheds new light on the most recent developments in Chinese society and demonstrates the extraordinary adaptability of its bimillenary writing." —Alain Labat, Editor in Chief, Planete Chinois (Chinese Planet)
"The Chinese aren't well understood in general, and the Chinese online world even less so. With China Online Veronique Michel lets us access its language and get to know its speakers." —Herve Cantal, Chinese Language and Cultural Association, Passeport pour la Chine
"Very accessible, and full of Chinese humor! This captivating book is a methodical exploration of the new language codes of the 'ultra-connected' generation… The youth in China are the majority and they understand how to situate themselves in the global village…" —Le Petit Journal, Hong Kong
"Her insight into the cultural power of these words and phrases is spot on - these sayings and practices are as playful and fun as they are deeply meaningful, making them the perfect gateway to finding common ground on social issues. Michel hopes her work will help foster deeper cultural connections in an increasingly globalized world and show people a side of China that they rarely see: its creativity and innovative spirit." —Huffington Post
"Her book sheds light on current events in China and, like a magic broom, clears a doorway to reveal the lives of modern-day Chinese." —Journal of The Chinese Language Teachers Association
"China Online inventories numerous expressions used on, invented for, and popularized by the users of the Internet." —The Weibo Empire (blog of Le Monde)
"To paraphrase a blundering local politician quoted in this book, Chinese must be one of the easiest languages to learn - why else would nearly 1.4 billion people speak it? China Online is an insight into contemporary China's so-called Netspeak, revealing the ability of the country's 700 million Internet users to coin bizarre neologisms." —Japan Times
"With its common sayings, popular wisdom, and wordplay, China Online describes a youth culture in transition - using humor and creativity to survive in a hugely competitive environment. There is a great deal that lies under the surface and the ability to look below the surface is a valuable key to facilitate successful communication, Michel says. The book is a fun read for those interested in the modern-day 'tribes' on the Internet." —Shanghai Daily
"The Chinese aren't well understood in general, and the Chinese online world even less so. With China Online Veronique Michel lets us access its language and get to know its speakers." —Herve Cantal, Chinese Language and Cultural Association, Passeport pour la Chine
"Very accessible, and full of Chinese humor! This captivating book is a methodical exploration of the new language codes of the 'ultra-connected' generation… The youth in China are the majority and they understand how to situate themselves in the global village…" —Le Petit Journal, Hong Kong
"Her insight into the cultural power of these words and phrases is spot on - these sayings and practices are as playful and fun as they are deeply meaningful, making them the perfect gateway to finding common ground on social issues. Michel hopes her work will help foster deeper cultural connections in an increasingly globalized world and show people a side of China that they rarely see: its creativity and innovative spirit." —Huffington Post
"Her book sheds light on current events in China and, like a magic broom, clears a doorway to reveal the lives of modern-day Chinese." —Journal of The Chinese Language Teachers Association
"China Online inventories numerous expressions used on, invented for, and popularized by the users of the Internet." —The Weibo Empire (blog of Le Monde)
"To paraphrase a blundering local politician quoted in this book, Chinese must be one of the easiest languages to learn - why else would nearly 1.4 billion people speak it? China Online is an insight into contemporary China's so-called Netspeak, revealing the ability of the country's 700 million Internet users to coin bizarre neologisms." —Japan Times
"With its common sayings, popular wisdom, and wordplay, China Online describes a youth culture in transition - using humor and creativity to survive in a hugely competitive environment. There is a great deal that lies under the surface and the ability to look below the surface is a valuable key to facilitate successful communication, Michel says. The book is a fun read for those interested in the modern-day 'tribes' on the Internet." —Shanghai Daily
Véronique Michel is a translator, multilingual netizen, and speaker on multiculturalism and human resource issues. She is a polyglot who has lived abroad for over 25 years including many years spent in Asia. She holds degrees in Chinese, Japanese and several European languages.