Shout

Author: Lu Xun
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Publish Date: 2004-03-01
Features: Najiao collects over ten short stories and novellas written by Lu Xun between 1918 and 1922, aiming to portray "the unhappy people in a sick society," "reveal the suffering to draw attention to a cure," and rally support for the New Culture Movement with its "shouts." It also offers solace to those who "run tirelessly in solitude" and encourages them to "not fear leading the way." The work vividly depicts the social life of the people during this special historical period from the Xinhai Revolution to the May Fourth Movement, portraying typical characters such as Ah Q, the Madman, and Kong Yiji, exposing the irreconcilable deep contradictions of the time, and deeply analyzing the corrupt feudal system and ideas. It expresses the author's strong sense of national distress and his urgent desire for social reform. Lu Xun excels at using the "white portrayal" technique to shape characters and outline scenes. With just a few words, characters come to life, and scenes are vividly brought to mind, full of artistic impact.