Wang Miao

Wang Miao, pen name Huiyuan, is a native of Shan County, Shandong, and a member of the China Writers Association. A literary critic, columnist and writer on culture and history, he has devoted himself to writing since 1990, contributing to humanities journals such as Bolan Qunshu, Shucheng and Shuwu. His work falls roughly into two strands: essays on culture and history, such as Feichang Meijing, Feichang Mikuang, Left Hand New Books, Right Hand Old Books, Candy Wrappers, Cigarette Cases and Rattle Drums, and The Talented Scholars of the Late Ming and Early Qing, which draw on old books, everyday objects and historical figures in a warm, quietly scholarly tone; and practical language-learning titles on business and everyday spoken English, emphasizing real situations and hands-on use. The collection also includes works on health and self-care. His writing combines knowledge with readability, finding readers among both essay lovers and language learners. Public information is limited, and his birth and death dates and detailed biography are not recorded here.