TITLE: THE VILLAGE HAS CHANGED
Author: Sun Yu
Illustrator: Yang Bo
ISBN: 978-1-915865-73-1
List Price: £12.99
Publisher: New Classic Press
About the book:
This book is about a real village in China, and the main character is modelled on a real person. Mr. Hu Qingfa, who was born in the village called Yucun, grew up there, then left to become a migrant worker in the city, and eventually returned to the village. His personal journey mirrors the transformation of Yucun, from the pollution and hardships of industrialization to its recognition as a Best Tourism Village by the Nations World Tourism Organization in 2021. This book offers a message of hope, showcasing the positive impact of environmental restoration and the resilience of communities.
About the author:
Sun Yu, a Chinese writer for children’s literature.