Zero and Other Fictions by Huang Fan is a compelling collection of dystopian and speculative fiction that critiques modern society and explores the human condition. The title story, Zero, imagines a bleak authoritarian future, examining themes of individuality, control, and resistance. Other stories in the collection delve into surreal and existential territory, blending sharp social commentary with imaginative narratives. Huang Fan’s writing, deeply rooted in the cultural and political shifts of Taiwan, offers profound reflections on power, identity, and the cost of progress, making the collection both thought-provoking and hauntingly relevant.
