Did Su Shi really die of heat?

Yes, Su Shi was indeed "killed" by heat. But death from heat is not a simple death from heatstroke in hot weather. In fact, there are two main theories about the cause of Su Shi's death, one is death from illness, and the other is "death from heat". Perhaps many people, like the subject, will find it incredible, and feel that death from heat is too exaggerated. But in fact, if you look up some information, you will know that Su Shi's statement of "hot death" must not be groundless.

Su Shi can be said to be a brilliant star in the history of Chinese literature. He was born as a scholar, created numerous classics, and served as a bachelor of Hanlin, and at his best served as a minister of rites. However, in the second half of his life, he was treated unfairly and repeatedly relegated and targeted. According to records, in 193 AD, Su Shi was demoted as the deputy envoy of Ningyuan Army, and then he was demoted one after another, and finally he was relegated to the undeveloped Hainan Island. At that time, Hainan Island was sultry and humid, and the road was remote, which was completely unsuitable for living. However, Su Shi's mentality was good enough, and it was a pleasure to take pains.

Later, when Song Huizong took office, Song Huizong appreciated Su Shi's talent and loved him very much, so he granted Su Shi permission to return to his hometown when the imperial court granted him an amnesty in 111. However, during the years when Su Shi was exiled, due to poor environment and bitter conditions, he was getting old and his health was failing. At this time, it was the hot summer season, and Su Shi suffered from heatstroke on his way home.

But in fact, heatstroke can't take away Su Shi's life. Just take some food to clear away heat and relieve summer heat and rest for a few days. However, Su Shi took warming drugs at this time, which led to the aggravation of internal fire, heat poisoning, persistent high fever, gradual deterioration of his condition and eventually died.