Can you recommend some famous Chinese literature short stories?

Sure. 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry is a great one. It tells the story of a young couple who are very poor but sacrifice their most precious possessions to buy gifts for each other. Another is 'The Necklace' by Guy de Maupassant, which shows the vanity and the price one has to pay for it. And 'The Little Match Girl' by Hans Christian Andersen is also very touching, though it's not strictly Chinese literature but it has a similar short - story charm.

Sure. 'A Madman's Diary' is quite famous. It was written by Lu Xun and is a very thought - provoking piece. It reflects on the problems of society at that time through the eyes of a so - called 'madman'. Also, 'The Story of Yue Fei' is popular. It tells the heroic deeds of Yue Fei, a great general in Chinese history. And 'The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl' is a beautiful love story that has been passed down for generations in China.

Ngugi wa Thiong'o's 'The Upright Revolution: Or Why Humans Walk Upright' is also notable. It uses allegory to discuss the struggle for freedom, justice, and the human condition in Africa. Through its unique narrative, it makes readers think about the historical and social issues that have shaped the continent.

Sure. 'The Lady with the Dog' by Anton Chekhov is a well - known one. It tells the story of an affair between a married man and a married woman. Another is 'The Nose' by Nikolai Gogol, which is a very strange and satirical story about a man whose nose leaves his face and has its own adventures.

Sure. 'A Rose for Emily' by William Faulkner is a well - known one. It tells the story of a reclusive southern woman and has elements of mystery and a deep exploration of southern society. Another is 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson. Although not strictly southern in the traditional sense, it has a rural small - town feel that is somewhat similar to southern settings and it explores the dark side of human nature within a community.

Well, 'A Rose for Emily' by William Faulkner is a great short story. It's set in the American South and unfolds the strange and tragic life of Miss Emily. Also, 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson is quite well - known. It's a chilling story that explores the dark side of human nature and traditions in a small town.

One famous Philippine short story is 'Dead Stars' by Paz Marquez - Benitez. It is considered a classic in Philippine literature, exploring themes of unrequited love and the passage of time in a very nuanced way.

One famous Indonesian short story is 'The Alligator and the Monkey' which is rich in local folklore elements. It tells a story full of wisdom through the interaction between the alligator and the monkey.

One famous Hindi short story is 'Kafan' by Munshi Premchand. It vividly depicts the harsh reality of poverty and the callousness of society. The story revolves around two poor men who are faced with the death of a family member and their struggle to arrange for a shroud (kafan).

One famous Indian short story is 'The Postmaster' by Rabindranath Tagore. It tells the story of a postmaster in a rural village and his relationship with a young girl. Another is 'Punishment' by Premchand, which delves into the themes of family, justice, and social norms in rural India.