Ke Yan
Ke Yan (Chinese: 柯岩; pinyin: Kē Yán, 1929 – 11 December 2011) was a Chinese writer.[1]
Ke Yan was born in the province Guangdong. Her father was a writer and a translator, and she has stated that she was first inspired by him to start writing. A playwright, novelist and poet, Ke Yan is famous for her textbooks and children's literature. She has also written lyrics and a script for a television program. Throughout her life, she held several positions, including Vice Chief-Editor of Poetry Magazine, Editor of People's Literature, Vice-President of the Children's Educational Society of Beijing, and National Committee member of the Chinese Federation of the Art and Literature Circles.
Famous works by Ke Yan include Stories of a Little Soldier and Little Muddleheaded Aunt.[2]
References[]
- ^ F_100542 (1929-07-14). "Noted Chinese poet Ke Yan dies at 82 - People's Daily Online". English.people.com.cn. Retrieved 2011-12-14.
- ^ "Case Study: Ke Yan", Global Knowledge Exchange, last accessed June 5, 2007
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