LETTERS

The passing of one of China's first mod- ern writers, Ba Jin, was mourned by all,in particular President Hu Jintao. Ba Jin is famous for his works Family, Spring, Autumn, and his collections of es- says that were accounts of the lives of the common youth and their families. One of the most influential figures in the history of modern Chinese literature, Ba Jin's works have inspired more than one generation of Chinese. We honor this venerable scholar and will ensure that the wisdom of his…