Lao She (February 26, 1899-August 24, 1966) was a famous modern novelist, dramatist, essayist and translator in China. His works were known for their unique style and profound ideology, and were hailed as "one of the founders of modern Chinese literature". Lao She's main works include the novel Camel Xiangzi, Teahouse, Four Generations Under One roof, Longxu Gully, and other plays. Teahouse is regarded as a classic in the history of modern Chinese drama. His works were not only well received in China but also internationally. Lao She's works profoundly revealed the dark side of Chinese society and the suffering of the people at that time, showed the kindness and beauty of human nature, and also discussed various problems in the process of China's modernisation, which had important theoretical significance and literary value.