Su Shi--A Talented Writer

Su shi (1037--1101), also known as Dong Po Jushi, was born in the Meishan Mountains in Sichuan. He was the son of a famous writer and was heavily influenced by his family. After pursuing an official career, Su shi devoted himself to revolutionizing state politics and administration.

Su shi was frank in his criticisms of imperial policy and this made him a target of palace enemies. Su shi gradually experienced growing frustration in his political career and was later sent into exile several times. Su shi, however, would not be defeated and he pursued a mastery of Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism. In his studies, he learned to see his problems with a broad perspective and always cherished beauty. His knowledge and character gave him the strength to endure harsh punishment.

Su shi was honest, relaxed and uninhibited. His peers admired him and called him "Dong Po" ¨C a name that lasted 800 years.

Su shi was extremely talented and his lively poems displayed his imagination and mastery of metaphors. Su shi didn't just talk about beauty, he expressed deep thoughts on society and life. Despite his poverty, he was the most outstanding writer of the Tang and Song dynasties and many Chinese writers considered his work as a. model.

Su shi was probably best known for his narratives and travel prose. They vividly described scenery , beauty and simplicity.

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