Yüan Mei (1716-1798), Chinese author, was one of the great poets of the Ch'ing dynasty. He is especially noted for his cultivation of naturalness and individuality in his poetry and criticism as well as in his life. A native of Hangchow, Chekiang,...

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Amanda felt as gray as the sky outside when she looked across the table at her little sister. Li sat on a booster seat, drinking from her sippy cup. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "Mom, why does Li hate me?" "Honey, she doesn't hate...