Zhou Ruchang | |
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| Born | April 14, 1918 |
| Died | May 31, 2012 (aged 94) Beijing, China |
| Occupation(s) | Writer, noted redologist |
| Known for | Translation of English poetry into Chinese Scholar of Chinese classical literature, especially Dream of the Red Chamber |
| Children | 3 |
Zhou Ruchang (Chinese: 周汝昌; Wade–Giles: Chou Ju-ch'ang; April 14, 1918 – May 31, 2012), was a Chinese writer noted for his study of the novel Dream of the Red Chamber by Cao Xueqin.[1] He is regarded as among the most renowned and influential redologists of the 20th century.[2] In addition, Zhou was also an accomplished calligrapher and expert on traditional Chinese poetry and fiction.
- ^ 安蔚 (2012-06-01). "Renowned redologist Zhou Ruchang dies at 95". China.org.cn. Retrieved 2012-08-19.
- ^ "Zhou Ruchang". The Telegraph.