Collection 1 of Ma Shi Tu's Works: The Magnificent Song of Qing River

Author: Ma Shitu
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: "Collected Works of Ma Shitu," a crystallization of Ma's literary creations over more than half a century, including novels,literature, essays, poems, sketches, travelogues, andwritings. In the preface, Ma writes: "I became a writer later in life and cannot claim to be an outstanding one. But I dare say that I have participated in the Chinese revolution and can be considered a revolutionary. Therefore, if my works can be called literary works, they are revolutionary literary works. At the age of ninety, Ma Shitu is a renowned writer with a sharp mind, relentless in his literary pursuits, and outstanding achievements. As early as the 1930s, he devoted himself to the anti-imperialist and anti-feudal revolutionary tide. The perilous environment of white terror and the dangers of swords and daggers forged his revolutionary will and also bound him to literary creation. Over the past 70 years, while engaging in revolution and busy leadership work, he has tirelessly cultivated the field of literature, publishing a large number of novels,literature, essays, sketches, poems, and other works, achieving remarkable success. His creations, with vivid imagery, dramatic plots, and colloquial language, depict the lives of the people in revolution and construction. His writing is simple yet sharp, yet lively and fresh, revealing a sharp or humorous tone between the lines—a true reflection of the conscience and individuality of a people's writer. The passionate spirit of "The Magnificent Song of the Qing River" showcases the beautiful and kind hearts of the Chinese people, elevating the readers' emotional and aesthetic realms."