by Fang Zhao (Author), Timothy Green (Author) Now readers can by-pass the complex Pinyin system in favor of user-friendly words and sentences provided in straightforward phonetic English. Packed with humorous slang and favorite Chinese idioms, only SPEAK E-Z CHINESE provides the means to communicate in fresh, contemporary Mandarin at only a glance. Free audio companion offered online at www.CathayCafe.com. Number of Pages: 304 Dimensions: 0.76 x 8.56 x 5.48 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: July 01, 2006