The reflection of local culture in the works on the topic of «hometown» of Sholokhov and Mo Yan

Liu Na

Mikhail Sholokhov and Mo Yan are the most significant representatives in Russian and Chinese literature. According to statistics, most scenery described in their masterpieces is from their hometown. The beauty of their own hometown inspires them to create the literary world. In this essay we will analyze and examine different aspects of their hometown that are reflected in his works, including the local historical events and characters, local cultural tradition and custom, family relations, world view, the character of the local people and folk oral creation.

Keywords:Sholokhov, Mo Yan, «hometown», folklore, culture and traditions