Lu Xun was most famous for his novels and essays. His novels portrayed characters, revealed the darkness of society, and reflected the changes of the times. He was regarded as one of the founders of modern Chinese literature. Essays, on the other hand, were an important part of Lu Xun's literary achievements, known for their sharp writing style, profound thoughts and unique style. His essays, including A Madman's Diary, The True Story of Ah Q, Medicine, Kong Yiji, etc., were regarded as classics in the history of modern Chinese essays.