Ai Qing
Chinese poet and author
Born
March 27th, 1910
115 years ago
Died
1996
29 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
China
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Born in 1910, this individual became a prominent Chinese poet and author, contributing significantly to modern Chinese literature. The life experiences, including imprisonment and exile due to political reasons, deeply influenced the themes in the poetry and prose. Works often reflected personal emotions and societal issues, blending traditional Chinese literary forms with modernist influences. The individual returned to the literary scene after the Cultural Revolution, continuing to publish collections that resonated with a wide audience.
Authored the poetry collection 'The Complete Poems of Ai Qing'
Wrote influential essays and critiques on society and culture
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