Tides of Change in My Hometown

First, the book recounts the implementation of the Household Responsibility System in the author's hometown. Farmers became more enthusiastic about their work, but the fields there were dryland. The following year brought a severe drought, so everyone rushed about, joining forces to get through the crisis. The government provided strong disaster relief, and at last, after spring came and another autumn arrived, they welcomed a bountiful harvest and had enough to eat and stay warm.

In addition, some far-sighted people worked tirelessly, enduring hardship and exhaustion as they supported their children through university. In the end, their efforts yielded outstanding results.

The book also describes how, in their fight against drought and pursuit of prosperity, people eagerly joined the campaign to build electric power and water conservancy projects, laying the foundation for a better life. First they planted wheat, then intercropped peas with corn [expression], followed by potatoes and goji berries. Each change in their cash-crop model brought huge transformations to their hometown. Education there also changed significantly: these university graduates spread far and wide, and after finding work, they offered advice, donated money and goods, and greatly boosted the local economy.

The book says, "Plant a parasol tree, and the golden phoenix will come." Throughout the planting process, people always cleared the way for the pioneers, inspiring them to do their best. Scientific, effective specialty products became an important addition to the region's economic growth. After becoming prosperous first, they invested in building Hope Primary Schools, giving back to society.

The novel revolves around the word "change," with a clear, focused central storyline, distinctive characters, and a twisting plot. It centers on the word "great" in order to serve the theme of "change," driving rural reform to one climax after another.