Twenty-six years ago today, on February 28, 1999 (January 13, 1999), Bing Xin, an old man in the literary world, passed away in Beijing. In November 1981, writer Xie Bingxin was in Beijing with young readers. On February 28, 1999, Bing Xin, an old man in the literary world who was well respected and loved by people, passed away in Beijing at 21 o'clock this evening at the age of 99 due to illness. Bing Xin was involved in the New Culture Movement during the May Fourth period and was a literary master with important influence on the modern and contemporary literary circles in our country. Her creations were full of sympathy for the people, anger against the feudal society and the pursuit of a better life. Her well-known works such as "Send Little Readers", "Little Orange Lantern", "Cherry Blossom Praises" and "Send Little Readers Again" have influenced several generations of readers. She made outstanding contributions to the development of Chinese children's literature. Bing Xin, who was the same age as the century, created a new climax of her literary career in her later years, especially between the ages of 85 and 93. She published a large number of works such as "Empty Nest", "Everything is High Grade" and "About Men", which are of high standard and weight. Bing Xin's innocence, sharpness, firmness, bravery and integrity have made her enjoy high prestige among readers at home and abroad, and are widely loved. Her creations are as she said: "I hope the people live better." Before his death, Bing Xin served as the honorary chairperson of the Central Committee of the Democratic Progressive Committee and the honorary chairperson of the Chinese Writers Association.