Fame's Heavy Burden Weighs On Mathematics Genius Wei Dongyi The latest chapter in the remarkable story of Chinese mathematician Wei Dongyi is one of both awe and unease.
In just four days, his new workbook for primary and secondary school students has sold 26,000 copies, sparking a maelstrom of reactions that range from admiration to outrage.
At the heart of this controversy lies Wei's decision to monetize his fame by creating educational materials.