Chen Rong, a great writer and screenwriter, passed away in Beijing on February 4, 2024, at the age of 88. Her death is a heavy loss for the literary world and for readers at large. However, according to Chen Rong's wishes, her funeral was carried out very simply, without any form of farewell ceremony, memorial service or memorial service, and even a mourning hall was not set up at home. Chen Rong has always adhered to the principle of realism, and her works are full of a strong sense of the times, which leaves a deep impression on people. Chen Rong's literary career began in the 70s of the last century, and she opened the door to her own creation with her outstanding works. Among them, "Evergreen" and "Light and Darkness" were published in 1975 and 1978 respectively, and attracted widespread attention. Both works show Chen Rong's keen insight into social phenomena and deep thinking about human nature. In particular, "Light and Darkness" is known as one of Chen Rong's masterpieces. In 1979, Chen Rong's novella "Always Spring" was published in Harvest magazine and was highly praised by Mr. Mao Dun.
With the theme of describing people's yearning and pursuit of a better life, this work shows Chen Rong's love for life and thinking about the changes of the times. In 1980, Chen Rong's novella "People to Middle Age" attracted widespread attention and won the first prize of the first National Excellent Novella Award. This work was not only rated as one of the "40 most influential films in the 40 years of China's reform and opening up", but also was adapted into a movie of the same name and won multiple awards. In addition to these outstanding works, Chen Rong also created many other **, such as "Minus Ten Years Old" and "Too Lazy to Divorce", which are all included in the "Chen Rong Anthology". These works not only show Chen Rong's in-depth reflections on human nature and family issues, but also reflect the impact of social change on the fate of individuals. Chen Rong's works are not only artistic, but also have strong practical significance, which brings profound thinking and enlightenment to people. Chen Rong's death is a great loss to the literary world, but her work will always remain in people's hearts.
With her unique creative style and deep insight, she presents one vivid story after another to readers, allowing people to think more deeply about life and society. Chen Rong's literary achievements are not only a valuable contribution to Chinese realist literature, but also a shock and enlightenment to the entire literary world. Chen Rong's passing has provoked people to think about it, and her work leaves us with many questions. In a fast-paced, materially rich and spiritually impoverished society, can we still maintain the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty? Can we still care and think about humanity? Chen Rong's works provide us with the answers, and she awakens our truest and deepest feelings about life with her words. Chen Rong is a great writer, and her work will continue to influence and inspire people. Her departure is a farewell, but her spirit will never leave us. Let us cherish the memory of Chen Rong, remember her works, continue to work hard, and make more contributions to the cause of literature. References: 1Chen Rong, "People Reach Middle Age". 2.Chen Rong, Light and Darkness.
3.Chen Rong, "Too Lazy to Divorce". 4.Chen Rong, "Minus Ten Years Old". 5.Mao Dun, praise for "Always Spring".