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Wu Cheng'en

(1500–1582) Poet Ming dynasty

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Wu Cheng'en was a poet from Ming dynasty, best known for Xi you ji.

Quick Facts About Wu Cheng'en

Born
January 1, 1500
Died
January 1, 1582
Nationality
Ming dynasty
Profession
Poet
Notable works
Xi you ji
Known for
Journey to the West

About Wu Cheng'en

Wu Cheng'en (traditional Chinese: 吳承恩; simplified Chinese: 吴承恩; pinyin: Wú Chéng'ēn; Wade–Giles: Wu2 Ch‘êng2-ên1; Jyutping: Ng4 Sing4 Jan1, c. 1500 – 1582 or 1505–1580), courtesy name Ruzhong (汝忠), was a Chinese novelist, poet, and politician during the Ming dynasty. He is considered by many to be the author of Journey to the West, one of the Classic Chinese Novels.

Biography source: Wikipedia

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