Diary of a Madman and Other Stories
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Captivating tales from China's greatest modern writer.
This book is a must-read for those who crave captivating storytelling and a deeper understanding of Chinese literature. Lu Xun's stories are a masterful blend of sardonic wit, melancholy pathos, and ironic vision. Each page will transport you to early 20th-century China, immersing you in the complexities of its society and leaving a lasting impression on your literary journey. Don't miss the chance to explore the brilliant mind of China's foremost writer and discover why his stories are timeless treasures in both Chinese and world literature.
Diary of a Madman and Other Stories
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ISBN: 9780824813178
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
Date of Publication: 1990-09-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.91
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This collection of short stories by Lu Xun, commonly considered one of the greatest writers in 20th-century China and often referred to as the father of modern Chinese literature, includes the celebrated short story, "A Madman's Diary". This short story is considered to be one of the first and most influential modern works written in vernacular Chinese. "A Madman's Diary" is an attempt by Lu Xun to describe the effects of feudal values upon the Chinese people. He uses an analogy of cannibalism to describe the way such outdated values eat away at the individual. In addition to "A Madman's Diary", the collection also includes the following: Remembrances of the past Kong yiji Medicine Tomorrow An unimportant affair The story of hair A passing storm Hometown Ah Q: the real story Dragonboat festival The white light Some rabbits and a cat A comedy of ducks Village opera New Year's sacrifice Upstairs in a wineshop A happy family Soap The eternal lamp A warning to the people The venerable schoolmaster Gao The loner Mourning the dead Brothers Divorce
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