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1400 BCE
Earliest Evidence of Chinese Writing
The Shang oracle bones were pieces of turtle plastron that had writing on it. The Chinese later on adapted to this form of writing called pictographs. -
1000 BCE
Earliest Known Chinese Poems
The earliest known Chinese poems came from the Book of Odes. These specific poems have been memorized by the people throughout China's history. -
551 BCE
Confucius
Confucius was a "Chinese teacher, editor, politician and philosopher." He taught about ethical values "such as honesty, loyalty, and respect for elders." -
100
The First Chinese Dictionary
Shyu-Shen was a very famous Chinese man "during the middle part of the Eastern Han Dynasty. He was the one to edit the first Chinese dictionary. -
365
Birth of T'ao Ch'ien
T'ao Ch'ien was a Chinese poet that "lived during the Eastern Jin and Liu Song dynasties." He is considered to be one of the most greatest and inspiring poets of the six dynasties. -
699
Birth of Wang Wei
Wang Wei was a famous Chinese Tang dynasty painter, poet, musician and statesman. Many of his poems were included in the "highly influential 18th century anthology." -
701
Birth of Li Po
Li Po was born in central Asia and he was a Chinese poet of the Tang Dynasty. He wrote about his own life and "his poetry is known for its clear imagery and conversational tone." -
712
Birth of Tu Fu
Tu Fu is also considered to be another one of China's greatest poets. He has risen during the Tang Dynasty and his work conveyed political and social issues.
