The novel Lao Can's Travels reflected the social reality from the late Qianlong period to the early Jiaqing period of the Qing Dynasty. During this period, Chinese society experienced a series of political, economic, and cultural reforms and developments. At the same time, it also faced many problems and challenges, such as official corruption, natural disasters, thieves, and local secession. The novel used the personal experience and knowledge of the protagonist Lao Can as a clue to show some characteristics and problems of Chinese society during this period, and also reflected the social reality and people's lives at that time.