Liz Evans Weber

Liz Evans Weber, an assistant professor at the University of Rochester, discusses her new translation of Wu Jianren's 'New Story of the Stone.' They delve into how Jia Baoyu is transformed from a romantic figure into a politically aware character amid the backdrop of early 20th-century China. Topics include the cultural contradictions of the Boxer Rebellion, the rise of science fiction in literature, and Wu's commentary on societal changes and Western influences—themes that resonate deeply in today's context.