About Li Qianfu
Lived 1279 – 1368 (aged 88–89). Li Qianfu was a Chinese dramaturge and playwright.
Li Qianfu , courtesy name Xingdao (行道), was a 14th-century Chinese playwright of the Yuan dynasty. His works include The Chalk Circle which was used as the basis for Bertolt Brecht's play The Caucasian Chalk Circle. He notably kept much to himself, choosing living a life of seclusion in the countryside. He is said to have died around 1350 AD.
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Who was Li Qianfu?
Chinese playwright
When was Li Qianfu born?
Li Qianfu was born in 1279.
When did Li Qianfu die?
Li Qianfu died in 1368.
What was Li Qianfu's occupation?
Li Qianfu was a dramaturge and playwright.
What nationality was Li Qianfu?
Li Qianfu was Chinese.
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