About Richard G. Wang

Dr. Richard G. Wang is a distinguished Professor of Chinese Studies and Religious Studies at the University of Florida, holding a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago. His primary research interests encompass Daoism, Chinese fiction, and the religious dimensions of Chinese literature during the late imperial era (14th-19th centuries). Dr. Wang's scholarship explores Daoism's impact on local Ming society and Ming novels' religious dimensions. He has authored numerous acclaimed books and articles on these subjects, shedding light on various aspects of Chinese culture and literature. Alongside his research, Dr. Wang is deeply committed to teaching, offering courses on Taoism, Chinese literature, and martial arts fiction.