Jin Yong
Author and founder of Ming Pao
Born
February 6th, 1924
101 years ago
Died
2018
7 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Hong Kong
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A prominent author and publisher from Hong Kong, contributed significantly to Chinese literature through the creation of wuxia novels. Founded the newspaper Ming Pao in 1959, which became a significant platform for Chinese readers. His literary works have been translated into multiple languages, gaining a wide readership beyond Chinese-speaking populations. He published numerous novels that were adapted into films, television series, and video games, broadening the influence of his storytelling.
Wrote iconic wuxia novels like 'The Legend of the Condor Heroes'
Founded the newspaper Ming Pao in 1959
Influenced modern Chinese literature and culture
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