Wen Xiongzhen
Wen Xiongzhen is a representative poet from Dongguan, China, known for her profound and heartfelt poetry that captures the everyday experiences and emotions of ordinary workers. Despite only having a primary school education and working as a children's clothing store owner and part-time barbecue vendor, her work eloquently reflects her understanding of life, motherhood, and her unique perspective on labor. Often cited as a typical example of the emerging 'new popular literature', her poetry resonates with the genuine voices of countless individuals, showcasing the transformative power of grassroots artistic expression in contemporary society.
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Wen Xiongzhen writes poetry in the gaps between her work at a barbecue stall and a clothing stall.
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Wen Xiongzhen is a representative poet from Dongguan who expresses the experiences and emotions of ordinary people through her poetry.
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