Lao She (February 3, 1899 - August 24, 1966), male, whose original name was Shu Qingchun, also given the pseudonym Sheyu. He also had the pen names Jieqing, Honglai, Feiwo, etc. Because Lao She was born at the beginning of spring in the lunar calendar, his parents named him "Qingchun", which probably means celebrating the coming of spring and a bright future.

After going to school, he changed his name to Shu Sheyu, which means "giving up oneself", that is, "forgetting oneself". Beijing Manchu Zhenghongqi people. Chinese modern novelist, writer, language master, people's artist, the first writer in New China to win the title of "people's artist". His representative works include "Camel Xiangzi", "Four Generations Under One Roof", and the script "Teahouse".

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Most of Lao She's works are based on citizens' lives. He is good at depicting the life and destiny of the urban poor, especially the conservative and backward middle- and lower-class citizens who are soaked in feudal patriarchal concepts, in the midst of national conflicts and class struggles, and under the impact of new historical trends. The ambivalence of confusion, hesitation, loneliness, and the ridiculous behavior of being in a dilemma and at a loss.

He likes to reflect common social conflicts through ordinary scenes, and his brushstrokes often extend to the exploration of the national spirit or the reflection on the destiny of the nation, allowing people to taste the severity and heaviness of life through lightness and humor. The brightly colored rendering of natural scenery and the meticulous description of customs and human feelings add to the life and interest of the work.