Ah Q Archaeology: Lu Xun, Ah Q, Ah Q Progeny, and the National Character Discourse in Twentieth Century China

By Paul B. Foster

Book Overview

Ah Q Archaeology concretely situates Lu Xun's critique of national character vis-a-vis metanarratives of nationalism and modernity through a close examination of his works in their historical context. Paul B. Foster uses a discursive approach to tie together Lu Xun's major theme of national character critique and its fate in China's tumultuous twentieth century.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0739128094
• ISBN13: 9780739128091
• Release Date: April 2008
• Publisher: Lexington Books
• Length: 414 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"