This classic novel depicts the unforgettableyears of Sangsang’s primary school life, for he witnesses a succession of ordinary but emotional events, such as the pure love and friendship of the teenagers, the pathos of a misfortuned boy struggling for life, the indefatigable pursuit of dignity of a disabled boy, the noble personality of a dying old man, the delightful but complicated feelings between adults…all of these initiated Sangsang into the true meaningof life.

The novel, with its elegant style and beautiful language, deeply touches the hearts of young readers.

This book has sold 5,000,000 copies after the first edition was published in 1998.