About Yang Xiong
Lived 53 BC – AD 18 (aged 69–70). Yang Xiong was a Chinese linguist, poet, writer, politician, philosopher and polymath.
Yang Xiong (; 53 BCE18 CE), courtesy name Ziyun (子雲), was a Chinese philosopher, poet, linguist and politician of the Western Han dynasty known for his philosophical writings and fu poetry compositions.
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Who was Yang Xiong?
Chinese linguist, poet and writer (53 BCE – 18 CE)
When was Yang Xiong born?
Yang Xiong was born in 53 BC in Pidu District.
When did Yang Xiong die?
Yang Xiong died in AD 18.
What was Yang Xiong's occupation?
Yang Xiong was a linguist, poet, writer, politician, philosopher and polymath.
What nationality was Yang Xiong?
Yang Xiong was Chinese.
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· DBpedia: Yang Xiong (author)
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