Su Shi

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1. When was Su Shi born?1037
2. When did Su Shi die?1101 (age 64)
3. Where was Su Shi born?Meishan, Sichuan, China
4. What is the career?Poet, essayist, calligrapher, painter, statesman, and gastronome during the Song Dynasty
5. Who was Su Shi?Su Shi was a famous Chinese poet, writer, calligrapher, and painter from the Song Dynasty. He wrote thousands of poems and essays that are still loved today. He also loved cooking and made a famous dish.
6. Why did Su Shi get sent away from the capital?He was sent away because he spoke out against government policies. The new policies were different from what he thought was best. Being away helped him write even more beautiful poems.

Song Dynasty: A period in Chinese history (960–1279) renowned for its economic prosperity, technological innovation, and flourishing arts and culture, particularly in poetry and painting.
Polymath: An individual whose knowledge and expertise span a broad range of academic subjects, demonstrating mastery across multiple disciplines.
Exile: The state of being banished or forced to live away from one's native country or home, often as a political punishment.
Calligraphy: The art of beautiful handwriting, where characters are formed with precision, rhythm, and aesthetic consideration.