Call to Arms by Xun Lu
"Call to Arms" is a collection of short stories that vividly capture the impact of the socio-political upheaval during the early 20th century in China. The narratives delve into the lives of ordinary people, predominantly the peasantry and the lower classes, who are often caught in the throes of societal change and struggle for survival. Through a blend of realism and symbolism, the stories explore themes of tradition versus modernity, the human condition, and the quest for justice, reflecting the author's critical engagement with the national and cultural issues of his time.
The 565th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1922
- Nationality
- Chinese
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 200-300
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Chinese
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This book is on the following lists:
- 65th on 100 Best Novels, in Translation, Since 1900 (CounterPunch)
- 504th on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- The New Lifetime Reading Plan (The New Lifetime Reading Plan)
- Top 100 Works in World Literature (Norwegian Book Clubs, with the Norwegian Nobel Institute)
- Recommended Reading List for Students (China 2020) (Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China)
- The Bigger Read List (English PEN)
- The Best Classics (The Times)