The Collected Works of Xu Zhimo: Novels, Diaries, and Letters Volume

Author: Xu Zhimo
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Publish Date: 2006-09-01
Features: In this collection, "Spring Traces," originally titled "An Unimportant Recollection," was published in the "Effort Weekly" in 1923. The protagonist in the story, Mr. Lin Zongmeng, died tragically in Liaodong. "A Clear Morning" and "On the Boat" were originally featured in "Modern Commentary." "The Two Sisters" and "Old Li's Tragic Story" appeared in "Story Monthly." "Fleshy Paris," a chapter from "Fringes of Paris," was published in the "Morning News Supplement." "The Roulette" has never been published. The remaining essays were all featured in "New Moon" magazine. Among modern literary writers, the prematurely deceased Xu Zhimo has a larger number of young readers, which is quite natural. Many times, the lines from "Goodbye to Cambridge" are unexpectedly recited by young men and women, stirring the hearts of listeners. Xu Zhimo is nothing but the embodiment of romance. Although several collections of Xu Zhimo's works have already been published, a medium-sized selection is likely to suit more young readers. This selection method can be considered an attempt, and it undoubtedly gives more weight to personal preferences. If it can be liked by readers, then it has not deviated from its original intention. Due to Xu Zhimo's personal perspectives and the limitations of his time, in his writings, he expresses doubt and fear toward the Russian and Chinese revolutions of his era. His indecisiveness even led to a decline, which is evident. Young readers should pay attention to discern these aspects.