A satirical tale about 'Mr. Almost', a man whose indifference to precision leads to absurd—and fatal—consequences.
The stories behind three well-known chengyu: the frog at the bottom of a well, the man who drew feet on a snake, and the old horses that found the way home.
A poetic and introspective essay by Zhu Ziqing, capturing the tranquility of a moonlit night as he strolls along a lotus pond.
A poignant reflection on the fleeting nature of time.
A deeply personal and touching essay that reflects on the author's complex emotions toward his father.
A touching tribute by Hu Shi to his mother.
Zhu Ziqing's joyful sketch of spring arriving: hills waking, trees in blossom, soft rain, and everyone heading outdoors to start the year.
A reflection on the cultural, personal, and sensory experience of drinking alcohol.
A meditative journey through the art of drinking tea.