The Legend of Hulan River was a modern Chinese story about life in a small village north of Beijing in the 1930s. This book vividly expressed the complexity of human nature and the pluralistic nature of society, while also reflecting the political and economic environment of the society at that time. From the novel, it could be seen that the people in the small village of Hulan River showed different human nature and spiritual outlook in the face of various difficulties and challenges. Some people were kind, hardworking, and simple. They were committed to protecting their homes and loved ones, and at the same time, they were concerned about the development and progress of society. Others were selfish, greedy, and cruel. They only cared about their own interests and did not hesitate to hurt others. Through this story, we can learn the following truths: Society is diverse. Different people have different values and ways of life. We should respect different cultures and beliefs and not judge and discriminate against others easily. When we encounter difficulties and challenges, we should persevere and bravely face difficulties and setbacks, and constantly strive to achieve our goals. Human nature is complicated. Everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses. We should learn to appreciate and tolerate the differences of others. At the same time, we must strictly demand that we do what we say.