阿q正傳 by 魯迅
Set in the early 20th century during the waning days of the Qing Dynasty, this satirical novella follows the life of a naive and self-deluded peasant who embodies the struggles and contradictions of Chinese society at the time. Through a series of misadventures and misguided attempts at self-improvement, the protagonist becomes a symbol of the broader societal inertia and the inability to adapt to changing times. His story is a poignant critique of the social and political issues of the era, highlighting themes of identity, pride, and the human tendency to rationalize failure.
- Published
- 1921
- Nationality
- Chinese
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 50-100
- Original Language
- Chinese
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
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- Ah Q: The Real Story
- The Real Story of Ah-Q
- The True Account of Ah Q
- The True Story of Ah Q
- The True Story of Ah-Q
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