This is the first book for non-Chinese speakers to learn Mandarin. No prior knowledge of Chinese is required. 

Starting from pinyin, Mandarin Express Intro Level A introduces 300 essential words and phrases based on ten fundamental topics, such as self introduction, getting around town, and food. Words and phrases are taught in a conversational context, which enables students to start speaking Mandarin at day one. Moreover, in order to ensure long-term knowledge retention and sufficient repetition, there is one review for every five lessons to make sure students have opportunities to further practice and to consolidate vocabularies.  

The teaching and learning medium is pinyin, which helps students be familiar with and be able to differentiate unique sounds in Mandarin.

ISBN: 978-988-13662-0-7
Author: Zhang Xuehong
Edition: 2nd Edition Updated Version 2020
Pages: 68
Audio: 1 CD (47 min)