17. Lu Xun's real name is Zhou Shuren. He was born on September 25, 1881. This year is the 140th anniversary of his birth. People still remember and talk about this great writer.
Pick up the pen
(1)
He went to study in a Japanese college. However, in the early 20th century, Lu Xun found that there were many problems in Chinese society. The minds of Chinese were numb(麻木的). Most Chinese were just followers without thinking. So he gave up medical study and started writing. (2)
He changed his dream to save the country, "This encouraged me a lot, " said Zhao Zhihan, 13, from Beijing. "When we make choices, we should think about what they are for. "
A warrior-writer
(3)
Famous writer Lin Yutang called him a "warrior". His works show the dark side of society and tradition in a special way. For example, in the story A Madman's Diary, the madman sees a "man-eating" society. Another story, Kong Yiji, is about a man who fails the imperial exam(科举)again and again. (4)
"Reading one story by him is more useful than reading many by others. His care for society and his sharp words are so different," a reader under the name of Mian told The Paper.
A changer of writing
Lu Xun is called the "Father of Modern Chinese Literature (中国现代文学之父)". He wrote A Madman's Diary in spoken language. It is a first in modern works. Before this, people wrote in wenyanwen. (5)
Lu Xun's writings opened a new page for modern literature. More writers followed him to write in spoken language.
A. The story shows that this kind of exam needs change. B. Lu Xun once dreamed of being a doctor, C. These early experiences greatly influenced his writing. D. He hoped his words could inspire people. E. Wenyanwen is hard to read for someone without training. F. Some people said Lu's words are like weapons (武器). G. Although successful, Lu Xun still worried greatly about China's future. |