Twelfth floor

Author: Li Yu
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
Features: This book is a collection of vernacular short stories by Li Yu, a renowned writer of the early Qing Dynasty in China. It includes twelve stories, each featuring a building whose name serves as the title of the story, hence the collective title "Twelve Towers." The stories are primarily drawn from real-life social contexts. They are characterized by innovative structures, intricate plots, and unconventional character portrayals. Notably, the language is fresh, fluid, and lighthearted, with a humorous touch. The vivid depiction of human emotions and social realities is particularly praised. This book has been translated into multiple languages, including English, French, German, and Russian, and has gained widespread popularity abroad.