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By: Rebecca Melton, Spring Editor & Reporter
May 8, 2018
Photo Credit: Photo by Rebecca Melton

Zhuang Zhou (369 BC – 286 BC) was an influential Chinese philosopher. He is known for writing fundamental texts to Taoism – the Zhuangzi. Not much is known about Zhou aside from his writings. Taoism is known for its advocating of humility and religious piety.

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About the Contributor
Rebecca Melton
Rebecca Melton, Spring Editor & Reporter
Rebecca Melton is an eighteen year-old senior at Colonia High School. She is heavily involved in the performing arts, having been apart of backstage crew since her freshman year. Melton is the Secretary of Colonia High School's Thespian Society and is the Student Technical Director of the CHS Theater.  Melton is also a member of the majority of Colonia High School's Bands. She is the Flute Section Leader of the Marching Band, and is the first chair flute in both Concert Band and Wind Ensemble. She also is a fan of tabletop gaming and has worked to create and game-master campaigns with her friends. Her favorite subject is English and she loves reading, her favorite genre being high fantasy. Melton intends to become an English teacher.
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