Zong Pu facts for kids

Feng Zhongpu was born on July 26, 1928. She is better known by her writing name, Zong Pu. She is a famous Chinese writer who creates novels. Zong Pu won a big award called the Mao Dun Literature Prize in 2001. She received it for her novel titled Eastern Concealment.

Zong Pu was born in Beijing, China. Her father was Feng Youlan, a very important thinker and philosopher. She grew up living on different university campuses. Zong Pu finished her studies at Tsinghua University in 1951. Later, in 1962, she became a member of the China Writers Association. This is a group for writers in China.

Discover Zong Pu's Books

Zong Pu has written many interesting books and stories. Her works often explore deep ideas and feelings. She is known for her beautiful writing style. Here are some of her well-known works.

Main Books by Zong Pu

• Hong dou (Red Beans), published in 1957.
• Xian shang de meng (Dream on the Strings), released in 1978.
• Sanheng shi (Everlasting Rock), from 1980. This book was later translated into English.
• shu shui (Who am I), published in 1979.
• A Head in the Marshes, from 1985.
• Nan du ji (Heading South), released in 1988.
• Dong cang ji (Hiding in the East), published in 2001. This novel won a major award.

Zong Pu's Books in English

Some of Zong Pu's works have been translated. This means people who speak English can read them too. These translations help her stories reach more readers around the world.

• Departure for the South
• Eastern Concealment