Another great book: The Eater's Guide to Chinese Characters
I wish I had this book when I was a teenager! The author, James D. McCawley did a great job.
The book has both Mandarin & Cantonese pronunciation and gives the reader a good understanding of Chinese food dishes and the Chinese Menu.
You may get this book from Amazon.com
Stephen C. Callender, MT(ASCP)
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