Summary Formerly an official state language during the Qing Dynasty, China's last feudal dynasty, Manchu now is on the verge of extinction. There are more than 10 million ethnic Manchus in China, yet fewer than 20 native speakers remain. This short documentary introduces Manchu to those who have little knowledge of the language, and examines the reasons behind the decline of Manchu, the language and the traditions preserved by these last native speakers, and the grassroots efforts to revitalize the language. View more details
Genres : History Documentary Short News
Release date : May 28, 2009
Countries of origin : United States China
Language : Chinese
Summary Formerly an official state language during the Qing Dynasty, China's last feudal dynasty, Manchu now is on the verge of extinction. There are more than 10 million ethnic Manchus in China, yet fewer than 20 native speakers remain. This short documentary introduces Manchu to those who have little knowledge of the language, and examines the reasons behind the decline of Manchu, the language and the traditions preserved by these last native speakers, and the grassroots efforts to revitalize the language. View more details
Genres : History Documentary Short News
Release date : May 28, 2009
Countries of origin : United States China
Language : Chinese
