Introduction to Lao She

Lao She (February 2, 1899-August 24, 1966) was a famous modern Chinese novelist, dramatist, critic, translator, and the first person in New China to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. Lao She's representative works include the novel Camel Xiangzi, Teahouse, Four Generations Under One roof, and the play Longxu Gully. His works were known for their distinctive personality and profound ideology, and he was hailed as one of the founders of modern Chinese literature. Lao She lived in the 20th century, during the period of China's transformation. He experienced the turmoil and changes of Chinese society and had profound thoughts on human nature, society and history. His works not only reflected the style of Chinese society at that time, but also influenced the development and progress of modern Chinese literature and had a profound impact on modern Chinese culture. Lao She had high attainments in literature, drama, translation and other fields. His achievements not only made important contributions in literature, but also in culture, art, humanities and other fields.