Ai Qing
Ai Qing was a prominent Chinese poet and the father of renowned artist and activist Ai Weiwei. Born in 1910 in the province of Jiangsu, Ai Qing became known for his lyrical poetry that often reflected the tumultuous events of 20th-century China, including the struggles against oppression and the pursuit of individual freedom. His literary career was marked by significant political challenges, leading to his persecution during the Cultural Revolution, which forced him into labor camps. Despite these hardships, Ai Qing remained a vital voice in Chinese literature until his death in 1996, influencing generations of writers and artists, including his son Ai Weiwei, who continues to carry forward the legacy of dissent and creative expression.
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Ai Qing was a poet and the father of Ai Weiwei, whose exile influenced Ai Weiwei's upbringing.
‘Was I scared going back to China? No’: Ai Weiwei on AI, western censorship and returning home | Ai Weiwei
United Kingdom· 2026-02-09
Poet Ai Qing was invited by General Wang Zhen to Shihezi in 1960, where he lived for 16 years and created the poem 'The Young City' depicting the vibrant early construction of Shihezi.
新疆軍墾第一城 書寫開荒現代史 兵團石河子獲譽「詩歌之城」 匯聚知青締造「小北京」 - 20250803 - 中國 - 每日明報
Hong Kong· 2025-08-02
Ai Qing was a poet who expressed deep patriotic feelings through his works written in Guilin.
桂林，一座名副其实的“抗战文化城” _光明网
China· 2025-07-24
Ai Qing's poem 'He Has Arisen' was recited during the memorial ceremony, inspiring people to reflect on the revolutionary spirit of the Chinese nation.
历史的回响 和平的宣誓——中国纪念全民族抗战爆发88周年--时政--人民网China· 2025-07-07
Ai Qing is mentioned as the father of artist Ai Weiwei.
Il Tema del Giorno nell’App de «la Lettura»- Corriere.it
Italy· 2025-03-16
Ai Qing was a renowned poet and the father of Ai Weiwei, who was exiled during China's Anti-Rightist Campaign.
Inside the Former ‘Underworld’ Where Ai Weiwei Makes Art
United States· 2025-03-13
Ai Qing, father of artist Ai Weiwei, is celebrated for his poetry that reflects personal and national history.
A marzo la poesia fiorisce con «la Lettura» (già nell’App).- Corriere.itItaly· 2025-03-07
Ai Qing is the father of Ai Weiwei, who faced persecution from the state.
Ай Вейвея депортували зі Швейцарії
Ukraine· 2025-02-12