张爱玲 (Zhang Ailing), also known as Eileen Chang, was a prominent Chinese writer born on September 30, 1920, in Shanghai. She is celebrated for her novels, short stories, and essays that often explore themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships. Her unique writing style blends realism with lyrical prose, making her works influential in modern Chinese literature. Throughout her career, 张爱玲 published several notable works, including Love in a Fallen City and The Rice-Sprout Song. After moving to the United States in the 1950s, she continued to write, gaining recognition among both Chinese and international audiences. She passed away on September 17, 1995, leaving a lasting legacy in literature.