Owlish by Dorothy Tse

Set in a surreal, dreamlike city, the narrative follows a disillusioned professor who becomes entranced by a mysterious mechanical ballerina. As he delves deeper into this obsession, the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur, revealing a world filled with political unrest and personal turmoil. The story explores themes of desire, escapism, and the consequences of losing oneself in illusions, all while painting a vivid picture of a society on the brink of transformation.

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Published
2023
Nationality
Unknown
Length
Short
Pages
200-250
Original Language
Chinese
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