Wu Jingzi was a Chinese scholar and writer renowned for his penetrating social commentary. His works often explore the ironies and foibles of human nature with sharp observation. With a keen eye for detail and often a wry sense of humor, he masterfully depicted complex characters and their motivations. His writing is valued for its psychological depth and social critique.
One of the great classic Chinese novels, " The Scholars" departs from the impersonal tradition of Chinese fiction, as the author makes significant use of autobiographical experience and models many characters on friends and relatives.