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“When will it no longer be necessary to attach special weight to the word 'woman' and raise it specially?”

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Ding Ling
Ding Ling

Ding Ling, born as Jiang Wei, was a prominent Chinese modern female author. She was born on October 12, 1904, and passed away on March 4, 1986. Ding Ling's works are known for their profound social content and unique literary style, which have had a profound impact on modern Chinese literature. more

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