(Hardback)

This book attempts to bring in the perspective of situational variation in analyzing linguistic politeness, and looks at politeness in the larger framework of social context. It outlines the way into the problem of politeness in Chinese culture and the steps taken in the application of politeness strategies in verbal interaction.

(Paperback)

This book attempts to bring in the perspective of situational variation in analyzing linguistic politeness, and looks at politeness in the larger framework of social context. It outlines the way into the problem of politeness in Chinese culture and the steps taken in the application of politeness strategies in verbal interaction.

(Paperback)

Takes a comparative, diachronic perspective on Chinese politeness and itsevolution up to the present day, linking diachronic and synchronic approaches.

(Hardback)

Compares traditional and contemporary Chinese polite communication norms and maps the similarities and differences between them. This book intends to study the driving forces behind the large-scale diachronic formation of Chinese politeness norms. It is of interest to researchers and postgraduate students in the field of linguistics.