Why great writers live a short life Firstly, they obviously knew the importance of self-choice about their interests and direction of life. Allan Poe dropped his further study in West Point, even disengaged from the relationship of his foster father in order to write detective stories, and continue to enjoy his cup of tea. And Lu Xun terminated his pursuit of the degree and left the medicine college, manfully participating in literature writing to stimulate Chinese patriots’ love for their own nation. What they did actually illustrated their courage and determination by strong and firm will, no matter what hindrances and blocks they confronted by. Even they had clearly understood that the rest of their life would be rugged and burdened, they must keep moving forward, what behind the cloud of unknown destiny must be a rainbow, a moment of glory or more, would be enough. Apart from their determined purpose, The second reason is the hard working and prodigious effort they have paid when reaching the heaven inside their mind. Both Poe and Lu Xun spent almost their whole life dedicating to their favorites. They had been used to the time without money, beauty and reputation, but couldn’t tolerant the leave of their pens even for 1 minutes. We can guess how poor and hard were they living! Worse living environment led to a worse health condition. They devoted themselves into creations while ignoring their own status. Thirdly, as we know, addition to the external affection, great people suffered a lot from mind pressure while they hung on to engage in the world-shaking career. The unappreciation of Poe’s early works took a toll on his confidence, once made him frustrated and down for a long time. And many of Lu Xun’s works were forbidden by local government during that time. But they never gave up their undertaking however tremendous the burdens on their heart! I seems to seize some keys about my confusion. Great writers need to pay much more than normal guys do, suffer much more from life than others. Gain less pay more. It’s about their life. Nevertheless, they’re the ones I forever admire, cause they have composed so gorgeous music about meaning of life, which is so valuable for their posterity to take into account carefully. Thanks to the great writers again! Pay honor to my predecessors!