Conversation 2

A: I'd like to get some classical Chinese literary works also books about music and art. But I have not idea.

A：我想买些中国古典文学作品及一些音乐艺术方面的书籍。可是我不知道买哪本。

B: What about the full-length novel Dream of Red Mansions? It is regarded as one of Chinese Literary classics. It's a household book.

B：长篇小说《红楼梦》怎么样？这是中国文学经典作品之一。是一本家喻户晓的书。

A: What's it about? Who is the author?

A：有关什么内容？作者是谁？

B:It gives a panorama of ancient Chinese society and is a heart -stirring tragic love story.

B：它在描写一个惊心动魄的爱情悲剧的同时，全面展示了中国古代社会。书的作者是曹雪芹。

A: Oh, I'll have it. Also would you find me a book on Beijing opera?

A：哦，我买一本。你能否再帮我找一本有关京剧的书？

B: I'd love to. This one is very much in demand among foreign visitors.

B：好的。这本书在访华的外宾中很热门。

A: I;ll take it, too. I know Beijing opera is one of your national treasures. I'd like to know more about your cultural heritage, OK?

A：我也买一本。我知道京剧是你们的国粹之一，我希望更多地了解贵国的文化遗产。

B: Thank you, madam. You really have a good taste for art.

B：谢谢，女士，你很有艺术品位。

A: Thank you for your help.

A: 谢谢你的帮助。