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“Freedom is nothing but the distance between the hunter and the hunted.”

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Bei Dao
Bei Dao

Bei Dao, born Zhao Zhenkai, is a renowned Chinese contemporary poet, born on August 2, 1949. His poetry is known for its profound meaning and unique artistic style, which has had a profound impact on contemporary Chinese literature. more

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