"The Vernacular" and "National Language"——On Literary Revolution from National Language Movement

Hu Shi's advocacy of vernacular literature in place of classical Chinese is tied with the concept of Language, which has often been overlooked by debaters. The universality of National Language is challenged by the writing in classical Chinese. Hu Shi's advocacy of vernacular literature brings modern value, which contributes to the development of National Language Movement. In turn National Language Movement strengthens the monopoly position of the Vernacular.