Yao Sui

Timeline

1. 1239–1270Luoyang · LuoyangA native of Luoyang, he inherited his family's learning, read widely in the classics and histories, and excelled in classical prose, distinguishing himself in northern scholarly circles before entering official service in the Yuan.
2. 1271–1285Dadu · DaduHe entered service during the Zhiyuan era, became known for his classical prose, gradually rose to posts in the Hanlin Academy, and continued the northern tradition of orthodox Confucianism, his literary reputation growing steadily.
3. 1286–1290Dadu · DaduIn the 1280s he took part in compiling histories and organizing institutional documents, socialized with Zhao Mengfu and others, and produced the Collected Works of Mu'an, becoming one of the central figures of the early Yuan literary world.
4. 1291–1318Luoyang · LuoyangHaving served in posts both at court and in the provinces, he returned to Luoyang in his later years, writing ceaselessly until his death in 1318; his surviving writings were later compiled by others as the Collected Works of Mu'an, influencing the development of Yuan prose.