While many find it a revolutionary way to demystify characters, reviewers frequently note several drawbacks: Review: Remembering the Hanzi (Book 1)
: You associate "primitive elements" (radicals or components) with a unique English keyword to create a vivid story or mental image. Remembering Simplified Hanzi: Book 1, How Not t...
: Characters are arranged by their visual components rather than frequency or utility, allowing you to build complex characters from simpler ones you've already "learned". While many find it a revolutionary way to
The book focuses exclusively on the of 1,500 characters, deliberately omitting pronunciation (pinyin), tones, and grammar. deliberately omitting pronunciation (pinyin)
: Each character is assigned a single, distinct English "key word" to serve as a mental anchor. Common Criticisms & "Gripes"
