Sent to the literary world

Author: Li Geng
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Publication Date: 2003-01-01
Features: Li Geng is known as a rather "lethal" "cold sniper" in the literary world. In this cultural essay with a critical style reminiscent of Hong Liming, the author's unique perspective, like that of a sniper, delivers sharp critiques to both renowned and lesser-known figures in the literary world, as well as to new and "old" talents, modernists and postmodernists, and those of "red" and "black" hues. The writing is sharp and precise, so it is said that those targeted by his words would feel as if they are being scraped raw. The book attacks the literary world with a mix of humor, anger, and ridicule, offering fresh perspectives and comprehensive analyses of literary giants or lesser-known figures. Among his incisive statements are: "All literati are dogs," "If the rich and famous or the talented and elegant, even those who sell horses and donkeys, want to earn an MBA, so be it," "Being too blunt is almost shameless; sometimes, a bit of hypocrisy is a mark of refinement," and "If someone invites you to dinner, it means you are still useful to society." These sharp and gem-like observations truly show his razor-sharp pen, and even Yu Hua, Bi Shumin, and Chi Li were impressed. Written by "the dark horse of the literary world" Li Geng, who has "cursed Yu Qiujiu and fought Wang Shuo," his works quickly shook the literary world, causing 80% of the "heroes" to fall, leaving the rest walking on eggshells, trembling and cautious. Li Geng is a journalist, and his articles are often short but never fail to be biting and vicious. Anything touched by his "Susu" becomes discolored, whether it is a literary "red beauty" or a "black beauty." For this reason, some colleagues have called him the "cold sniper" of Chinese literature and "Li Ao" of the mainland.