Strange Stories From a Chinese Studio is a fascinating collection of supernatural tales that offers readers a glimpse into traditional Chinese folklore and superstitions. The author, Pu Songling, skillfully weaves together stories of ghosts, demons, and otherworldly creatures with moral lessons and social commentary.

Each story is rich in detail and vividly brings to life a fantastical world where the boundaries between reality and the supernatural are blurred. Pu Songling’s storytelling is captivating and keeps readers on the edge of their seats as they navigate through the mysterious and often eerie events that unfold.

The characters in the stories are diverse and well-developed, revealing the complexities of human nature and the consequences of greed, jealousy, and other vices. The themes explored in the book are universal and resonate with readers of all backgrounds, making it a timeless and enduring work of literature.

Overall, Strange Stories From a Chinese Studio is a must-read for anyone interested in Chinese culture, folklore, or simply enjoying a good supernatural tale. Pu Songling’s masterful storytelling and unique perspective make this book a standout in the genre of supernatural fiction.

Book Description:
MANUAL OF SURGERY, OXFORD MEDICAL PUBLICATIONS
BY ALEXIS THOMSON, F.R.C.S.Ed.
PREFACE TO SIXTH EDITION Much has happened since this Manual was last revised, and many surgical lessons have been learned in the hard school of war. Some may yet have to be unlearned, and others have but little bearing on the problems presented to the civilian surgeon. Save in its broadest principles, the surgery of warfare is a thing apart from the general surgery of civil life, and the exhaustive literature now available on every aspect of it makes it unnecessary that it should receive detailed consideration in a manual for students. In preparing this new edition, therefore, we have endeavoured to incorporate only such additions to our knowledge and resources as our experience leads us to believe will prove of permanent value in civil practice. For the rest, the text has been revised, condensed, and in places rearranged.