Foolish Jiminy

Author: (American) Singer/Wanzhi et al
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: Singer is the 1978 Nobel Prize in Literature laureate. This book includes 27 short stories he has written, such as the beloved "Gimpel the Fool" and "The Joke." They depict the diverse lives of Jews living in Poland and the United States, blending satire, humor, and wisdom in a brilliant and distinctly eccentric style. Behind the witty stories lies the author's profound exploration of the inherent weaknesses of human nature. When discussing "The 10 Short Stories That Influenced Me," the renowned Chinese writers Yu Hua and Su Tong both coincidentally chose "Gimpel the Fool."