Cao Xueqin, born Cao Zhan, was a Chinese novelist and poet who lived during the Qing dynasty. He is best known as the author of Dream of the Red Chamber, which is widely regarded as one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. His courtesy name was Mengruan.\n\nLiving from 1710 to 1765, Cao Xueqin made a lasting impact on Chinese letters. His work as a poet and novelist during the Qing era established him as a central figure in classical Chinese literature, with his major novel continuing to be celebrated for its rich narrative and cultural significance.
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