Diary of a Madman and Other Stories by Xun Lu
"Diary of a Madman and Other Stories" is a collection of short stories that explore the social issues and struggles of early 20th century China. The stories revolve around themes of poverty, mental illness, and societal pressures. The title story, written in the first-person perspective, is a harrowing tale of a man descending into madness, believing that everyone around him is part of a cannibalistic conspiracy. These stories provide a vivid depiction of the human condition and the harsh realities of life during this period in Chinese history.
The 1189th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1918
- Nationality
- Chinese
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Chinese
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