Whoever is popular, we rush to be with them.

Author: Han Shishan
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: A serious collection of critical essays, yet it carries such a playful title—only Han Shishan would dare to do so. In Han's writing, he effortlessly blends humor and sharp criticism, and his critiques are no exception. Figures like Wang Shuo, Wang Meng, Yu Qiu, Yu Jie, Wang Zengqi, Qian Zhongshu, Jia Pingwa, Han Shaogong, Lu Yao, Liu Xinwu, Chen Shuyu, Xiao Qian, Liang Congjie, Xie Mian, and Wei Minglun are all cultural celebrities who have either risen to prominence or are currently in the spotlight. People revere them, fearing to criticize them in the slightest, yet Han Shishan dares to evaluate them one by one, backed by solid arguments and without hesitation. You may not agree with his views, but his bold and unconventional stance, coupled with his unrestrained writing style, cannot fail to impress. These essays initially caused quite a stir when published, with some chapters later included in the author's miscellany. Regrettably, they were never collected into a standalone volume. For this compilation, the author has meticulously revised the essays and added explanatory notes for each figure, enhancing the book's completeness and readability.