Lu Xun
Classic 鲁迅 (Lu Xun) tales like 狂人日记 (Diary of a Madman), in their original glory or adapted for Chinese learners.
Madman's Diary
A classic short story exploring societal oppression and human cruelty.
Madman's Diary
A classic short story exploring societal oppression and human cruelty.
A Small Incident
In the bitter cold of a Beijing winter, a self-absorbed man witnesses a simple yet profound act of kindness.
A Small Incident
In the bitter cold of a Beijing winter, a self-absorbed man witnesses a simple yet profound act of kindness.
Medicine
A heartbreaking story about a boy's illness and the misguided beliefs of his parents.
Medicine
A heartbreaking story about a boy's illness and the misguided beliefs of his parents.
Tomorrow
A poignant short story about a mother's unwavering hope for her sick child’s survival
Tomorrow
A poignant short story about a mother's unwavering hope for her sick child’s survival
White Light
A restless clerk experiences a mystical revelation that fills him with purpose
White Light
A restless clerk experiences a mystical revelation that fills him with purpose
The Story of Hair
A man reflects on how cutting his hair brought ridicule and rejection.
The Story of Hair
A man reflects on how cutting his hair brought ridicule and rejection.
Kong Yiji
In a small town tavern, the fallen scholar Kong Yiji—half a scholar, half a beggar—clings to his pride and knowledge.
Kong Yiji
In a small town tavern, the fallen scholar Kong Yiji—half a scholar, half a beggar—clings to his pride and knowledge.
Storm in a Teacup
In a small village, rumors of political changes create tension and disruption.
Storm in a Teacup
In a small village, rumors of political changes create tension and disruption.
The Comedy of Ducks
An encounter with noisy ducks stirs reflections on the quiet absurdities that shape our world.
The Comedy of Ducks
An encounter with noisy ducks stirs reflections on the quiet absurdities that shape our world.
Dragon Boat Festival
A critique of societal stagnation and blind adherence to rituals.
Dragon Boat Festival
A critique of societal stagnation and blind adherence to rituals.