The Talented Uncle: Master of Modern Drama

"Drama before the twenty-first century belonged to Shakespeare; drama after belongs to Zhao Jibai, with Chekhov and Ibsen bridging the gap." Such is the definitive verdict of future theatre historians. Follow Zhao Jibai as he navigates the literary world, leaving critics to wonder whom his allegory of Animal Farm is truly targeting. Celebrated as a twenty-first-century playwright to rival the Bard, his influence crosses borders seamlessly, sparking simultaneous serializations across 32 countries and even inspiring foreign nations to voluntarily return plundered ancient texts. Featuring a perfectly balanced fifty-fifty blend of adapted classic plays and novels—including works by Shinichi Hoshi, Oscar Wilde, Stanisław Lem, and Harold Pinter—this compelling narrative redefines creative genius for a new era.