A brief account of Chen Zi-ang's literary thought

Chen Zi 'ang (652 - 702) was a Tang Dynasty writer, poet, and critic. He was one of the outstanding representatives of Tang Dynasty literature. His literary thoughts mainly included the following aspects: 1. Oppose traditional literature: Chen Ziang believed that the literature of the Tang Dynasty had fallen into the quagmire of "being gentle and then being a gentleman" and could not develop further. He advocated that literature should be more revealing of human nature and express people's feelings and thoughts more truthfully and directly. 2. Admire realism: Chen Ziang advocated that literature should be more realistic and opposed false and empty literary works. He believed that only by truly and profoundly expressing real life could people understand and feel the meaning of literary works more deeply. 3. Pay attention to talent and personality: Chen Ziang believes that talent and personality are the keys to literary success. He emphasized that only then could the readers resonate and love him. 4. Provoke freedom of creation: Chen Ziang advocated not being bound by any restrictions. He emphasized and created a unique literary work with an independent attitude towards the readers. Chen Zi 'ang's literary thought had a profound influence on the development of Tang Dynasty literature and also provided important enlightenment for later literary creation.