Being Chinese | What I gained (and lost) as a native Chinese writing in English

I learned English as a bored young factory worker and began writing in it to avoid censorship. But my decision has come with pros and cons.
Language is the soul of cultural expression. For a multilingual writer, the most fundamental decision is about which language to write in. Many non-native speakers of English are drawn to it for its practical advantages and artistic possibilities.AdvertisementAs a native Chinese writing in English, I remain fascinated by this matter, for it touches the very essence of culture and identity.I was born and raised on the banks of the Yangtze River and my tongue bathed in the cadences of Nanjing...

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