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Benjamin Carter

Cao Zhi: The Talented but Tragic Prince

Elon Musk retweeted a Chinese poem, but many people don’t know where it came from. Hugh will take you through his story.

5 min read · June 17, 2024

Clara Finch

A Quick Guide to Lu Xun's 'Ah Q'

In the turbulent village of Weizhuang, Ah Q was always noticeable. Despite his ragged clothes and coarse manners, he moved among the villagers with a unique presence. Whether arguing with others in the ancestral hall or muttering to himself in the streets, Ah Q’s figure was everywhere. He claimed to be a distant relative of the Zhao family, but the Zhaos never acknowledged him. His disdainful expression seemed to mock the injustices of the world.

2 min read · June 15, 2024

Clara Finch

Lu Xun's Childhood: The Literary Giant From a Southern Town

On a quiet summer afternoon, a little boy sneaked out of his house, tightly clutching an old book in his hand. He ran to the willow tree by the river, opened the pages, and began to read voraciously. This little boy would later become the founding figure of modern Chinese literature—Lu Xun.

6 min read · June 14, 2024

Benjamin Carter

Who Is Greater: Laozi or Zhuangzi?

The two great masters of Daoism, Laozi and Zhuangzi, are often compared. When making such comparisons, it can be done from two perspectives: academic realm and personal realm. Simply put, Zhuangzi was a highly insightful young maverick, while Laozi was a wise and prudent elder.

7 min read · June 7, 2024

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