狂人日記

狂人日記 (A Madman's Diary), written by Lu Xun and first published in 1918, is a groundbreaking psychological novel that critiques feudal values and societal norms in early 20th-century China. Presented as a diary, it follows a man's descent into paranoia as he believes he is being hunted by a cannibalistic society. This work is notable for being one of the first modern stories written in vernacular Chinese and is considered a cornerstone of the New Culture Movement, influencing Chinese literature and thought. It serves as an allegory for personal and societal cannibalism, challenging traditional beliefs and exposing the darker aspects of human nature.