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The poetry collection "Nhật ký trong tù" (1942 - 1943) by Ho Chi Minh is an outstanding artistic work that reflects the resolute struggle, profound thought, and lyrical soul of Uncle Ho. Presenting as a diary, this collection is rich in technique and tone, primarily using a satirical narrative style to criticize, ridicule, and denounce both the prison and the social policies of the Chinese Republic. The poem "Lai tân" in this collection is characterized by a satirical narrative style combined with depth and intelligence.

The first three lines of the poem recount the activities of the characters:
 

The prison warden gambles habitually

The police chief makes a living off others

The district chief works through the night by lamplight

Ban trưởng nhà lao chuyên đánh bạc

Giải người, cảnh trưởng kiếm ăn quanh

Chong đèn huyện trưởng làm công việc

The author does not directly mention the names of the individuals; instead, he lists each person, each bearing a social responsibility within the government apparatus, where they should exemplify law enforcement. The expression through naming and illustrating specific actions forms a small narrative line. However, what behaviors are these characters engaging in?

The prison warden stands out for participating in gambling. Although gambling is an illegal activity, in the prison, it becomes public. The jail wardens not only disrespect but also disdain the law. The police chief, instead of protecting the innocent, uses the opportunity for bribery, grasping, and engaging in unseemly acts. This behavior, under a cunning guise, is truly dark and despicable.

The district chief works through the night, but no one knows what his work entails. Could he be using opium? The level of corruption is astonishing! While he might be drafting documents, he disregards his subordinates manipulating, undermining, and harassing the populace. He is merely an official working for personal gain, so ignorant that he is easily deceived by his subordinates. His incompetence and lack of responsibility are truly lamentable.

The entire depiction of these characters is likened to a mute play, a sequence of tasks performed coherently and clearly, creating a vivid picture like a silent drama. Their work has become so habitual that it almost becomes automatic, no longer perceived.

The governing apparatus continues to run smoothly, and life proceeds normally. In the biological rule, what is mutated and widespread becomes normal. The abnormal, when repeatedly occurring, turns out to be normal. In Lai Tan, such rotten practices have reached an extreme normality, becoming part of an orderly way of life, cleverly concealed to allow life to flow smoothly. That is the most frightening. Satirical laughter with intellectual depth arises from this.

In the first two lines, the author clearly points out the corruption of the prison warden and the police chief. The third line, though not explicit, brings deep sarcasm. The final line, even after preceding criticism, concludes with an opposing viewpoint.
 

The skies over Lai Tan remain peaceful

(Lai Tan y cu peace and calm)

Trời đất Lai Tân vẫn Thái Bình

(Lai Tân y cựu thái bình yên)

With such corruption, how can one speak of "peace"? Everything is in chaos, a real disorder is occurring. "Y cu" reflects the writer's feeling toward "Lai Tan". Although Lai Tan maintains the old civilized facade, the decay has become concealed behind unchanged orderliness. The sarcastic laughter in the poem arises from the inversion and subtle wordplay. Despite negative realities, life remains peaceful, and the nation remains "peaceful, prosperous". Although externally appearing peaceful, internally, the system's pillars have been hollowed out and empty. The skies of Lai Tan seem on the verge of collapse.

The poem was composed in the context of a world reeling from war, as China faced the Nazi's intensifying advancements. Meanwhile:
 

Warriors race to the front lines

The globe blazing bright in the sky.

Tráng sĩ đua nhau ra mặt trận

Hoàn cầu bốc lừa rực trời xanh.

In this corner of the district, these individuals continue to operate freely, exploiting the populace. They are internal conquerors. The situation in Lai Vung is unstable. The term "peaceful" exposes the falsehoods and injustices of Tưởng Giới Thạch's era. This is a form of self-exclusion. The poem reflects sharp combat spirit and profoundness. It is simple yet brings clever and sharp satire.