Yuanyang Lakeside

The book tells the story of the unfortunate marriages of three generations of twin brothers Li Baoye and Li Baocai of the Li family from the 1930s to the late 1980s in the hometown of Confucius and Mencius at the foot of Mount Tai. The upper part tells the story of the humiliation, panic, fear, and compassion that the eldest son Li Baoye brought to his family after marrying his second wife. It highlights the determination and perseverance of his grandson Li Wenjing to overcome all the hardships and study diligently to change the family's current situation with the help of the Communist Party, relatives, villagers and teachers. The second part focuses on Li Chengqiu, the grandson of the second son Li Baocai, and the family tragedy caused by Li Wenmei's series of marriage changes and withdrawals. It records the brutal atrocities of the Li family at the hands of the Japanese devils and traitors, and reveals the heinous crimes committed by the devils and traitors there. The book is based on real people and real events (with slightly fictional clues added), and unfolds in front of readers a panoramic view of the political, economic, cultural, customs and other living conditions of local farmers during the turbulent historical reforms of 60 years.