The Handbook is a guide for those wishing to read or write modern mandarin in both standard text and casual cursive style. It is one of the very few books available to do this. The vocabulary is the standard HSK 1. See the differences between printed Chinese and the REAL handwritten Chinese. By practicing, you will be able to write like a native! The handbook can be used, if one wishes, in conjunction with the author's video guide on her Youtube channel @Chinese Handwriting