美国的现代中国学,随着冷战格局的形成而成为国家对学术的需求。在相关学术领域,中国研究显现出相对于西方汉学的优势。西方汉学偏重古代中国,讲求传统学问和文化趣味;中国研究则聚焦于当下中国,富于现实意义和思想活力。在这一趋势下,对中国现代文学的研究成为一个新兴的学术热点。 The modern Chinese studies in the United States became the national academic demand with the formation of the Cold War. In related academic fields, Chinese studies have shown their superiority over Western Sinology. Western Sinology focuses on ancient China and emphasizes traditional learning and cultural interest. Chinese studies have focused on contemporary China, which is rich in practical significance and vitality. Under this trend, the study of Chinese modern literature has become a new academic hot spot.