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Jin Yong

Jin Yong (1924–2018) was a Chinese writer, screenwriter and journalist.

Also recorded as Louis Cha; Louis LY Cha; Zha Liangyong; Cha Leung-yung.

Overview

Also worked under the name Jin Yong, 姚馥蘭 and 林歡.

Born at Haining in 1924, died at Happy Valley in 2018.

In detail

Jin Yong studied at University of Cambridge and St John's College. the recorded working language is Cantonese and Chinese.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are fantasy and wuxia novel.

Employment is recorded with Zhejiang University. Positions recorded include editor-in-chief.

Works named in the authority record are Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils, The Return of the Condor Heroes, The Smiling, Proud Wanderer and The Legend of the Condor Heroes.

Distinctions recorded are Knight of the Legion of Honour, Grand Bauhinia Medal, Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres‎ and Officer of the Order of the British Empire.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Jin Yong”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q180626: Jin Yong

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