1891-1929-Hu Shih's Life-Trying to Rebuild Civilization

Author: Luo Zhitian
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: Hu Shi was a figure who gained fame at a young age in his twenties. From his youth, he was a constant subject of attention from the media and an academic topic long debated and difficult to handle. In recent years, there has been more praise than criticism, though the controversy still persists. Currently, Hu Shi studies have become a hot topic in mainland China, with an increasing number of publications. While debates continue among scholars, many specific aspects of Hu Shi have gradually reached a consensus. This makes writing about him even more challenging. Hu Shi always intended his speeches and writings to be clear and accessible, which was also his reputation in the world. However, this who hoped to be understood was also difficult to understand; he once lamented that many of his carefully crafted articles went unnoticed, while his casual works often received praise.