Superfluous Words
by Qu Qiubai
About This Novel
This book was written by Qu Qiubai on the eve of his death. The general title is followed by the quote "Those who know me, tell me I am worried; those who don't know me, tell me what I want" as the inscription. The main text lists a total of 7 titles: Why bother to say - preface to the times, "misunderstandings of history", fragile dual characters, Marxism and me, putschism and Li San line, "literati", farewell. Qu Qiubai presents the true colors of a communist's complex inner world and tortuous journey of romance, enthusiasm, persistence, depression, confusion, and determination in a confession of more than 20,000 words. The unique value of "Superfluous Words" lies in its frankness and truth. Readers see a real person in it. The personal experiences and feelings expressed in the article formed a strong contrast and conflict with the revolutionary current of the times, leaving historical mysteries with different interpretations for future generations, and also caused many misunderstandings and political aftermath after his death.
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