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The book "The True Story of Ah Q" was written by Lu Xun. It is a form of historical fiction, which “is a literary genre that takes place in the past. The setting is taken from the story.” Historical events and social phenomena will be presented in the story although it is a historical fiction. It can deeply imprint historical frames in people's minds and plays a significant role in history. It's another way to record history. Furthermore, the author, "Lu Xun (1881-1936) is widely regarded as one of modern China's most important and influential writers." Lu Xun has enough patriotism. He supported the “literary movement”. “He concluded that a “literary movement” was needed to create awareness and incite action among the oppressed.” Furthermore, he published numerous books and articles that had a significant influence on Chinese society. "The True Story of Ah Q" was one of the most outstanding works. It was published in December 1921. The book was written by a person who is Ah Q. Furthermore, Lu Xun used the language of satire and humor to portray Ah Q's characters and mental activities, Lu Xun attempted to illustrate the condition of China and the story insinuated the social activity and ignorance of people during the initial stage of New China and Revolution. Lu Xun tries to assert that internal problems are vital to China. Furthermore, “The True of Ah Q” insinuates several aspects of the state of Chinese society at that time: ignorant and pathological Chinese masses, corrupt and cowardly officials, and an unhealthy social ethic. These are the basic meanings of Lu Xun's writings. First of all, because of the revolution that overthrew two thousand years of feudal monarchy, so it deeply rooted the concept of democratic republic, but...... middle of paper .. ....it is its pride. When Ah Q meets Whiskers Wang who is used to and wears loafers, he thinks he is much better than Whiskers Wang and tries to provoke him. As they begin the fight, Ah Q realizes he is no match for Wang and is arrested. Before Wang leaves, Ah Q whispers and curses at him. However, Ah Q also has a bit of luck. When Ah Q saw a Buddhist nun, he swore to her that he said “Bald head! Come back quickly, your monk is waiting for you,” then the Buddhist nun ran away in tears. Ah Q looks at his back and laughs. Because these stories people in that special period have abnormal mentality. They are willing to mistreat weak people and please people with power. In conclusion, The True Story of Ah Q exposes social phenomena. The people were illiterate and unenlightened. They use "the victor a psychological victory" to ease the pain of being oppressive in their hearts.