Characteristics of Chinese Literature in Early Southeast Asia

Cultural integration, social care, rich language forms, etc.

1. Cultural integration: The early Chinese communities in Southeast Asia were composed of immigrants from different regions and came to Southeast Asia with their unique language, religion and cultural traditions. China's early literature showed diversity and leapfrogging in content. It combines the traditions of China, the legends and myths of local aborigines, and is influenced by the local customs of Indonesian, Malaysian and other neighboring countries.

2. Social concern: The work reflects the social problems at that time and people's concern about life difficulties and unfair treatment. For example, Meng Jiuzhai's Dream reveals the conflicts and contradictions brought about by the differences of social classes.

3. Rich language forms: In addition to oral inheritance, a large number of literary forms such as poems, novels and plays have emerged in written expression. These works are expressed in Chinese and retain the language and cultural traditions of China.