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Gu Yanwu, also known as Gu Tinglin, was a prominent Chinese philologist, geographer, and scholar-official during the Qing dynasty. He actively opposed the new regime and never served in any official capacity, choosing instead to travel extensively throughout the country and dedicate himself to scholarly pursuits. Gu Yanwu's professional life was characterized by his commitment to studying various disciplines and his rejection of the Qing dynasty, establishing him as a significant figure in Chinese intellectual history.