Tao Qian, also known as Tao Yuanming, was a Chinese poet who lived during the Eastern Jin dynasty (317–420 AD). He is celebrated for his pastoral poetry, which reflects his love for nature and rural life. Tao Qian's works often express a longing for simplicity and a rejection of the complexities of court life. Tao Qian is best known for his poem "Peach Blossom Spring," which tells the story of a fisherman who discovers a utopian village hidden from the outside world. His poetry has influenced many later poets and is considered a significant part of the Chinese literary tradition.