About the Note
In "My Old House," Lu Xun reflects on his childhood home, which has become a symbol of lost values and societal decay. He recounts his visit to the dilapidated house, once vibrant and full of life but now neglected and falling apart. The physical deterioration of the house parallels the decline of traditional values and cultural integrity in his society. Lu Xun's detailed observations of the crumbling structure evoke a deep sense of nostalgia and disillusionment. Through this personal and poignant exploration, he critiques the broader social stagnation and corruption, using the state of his old house as a metaphor for the erosion of moral and cultural foundations.
