Irrational Things (Paperback)

Paperback. Why do women prefer men who remember their birthdays two days too late? What is the point of taking a stroll? And why does looking at a lake make us feel calm?Through his collection of stories, essays, thoughts and meanderings, prose philosopher Mu Tao gives us a tantalising glimpse into the colourful lives and landscape of Shaanxi Province. Combining intriguing personal asides, wry observations and pithy ponderings, he presents a unique collection of colourful vignettes that, together, create a richly pigmented picture of lives well-lived in an ever-evolving world. A collection of stories, essays, thoughts and meanderings from Chinese prose philosopher Mu Tao, published in English for the first time. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.