The book was about a small town in southern China. In the novel, the author Shen Congwen vividly described the history, culture and people's life of the border town, showing the unique charm and natural scenery of the southern town. The border town in the novel was located in Fenghuang County, Hunan Province, China. It was a place with a long history and beautiful scenery. The people in the border town lived a simple and hardworking life by agricultural production and craftsmanship. At the same time, the border town also had a rich cultural heritage and folk customs, such as Shen Congwen's "border town customs" and "the ancient city of Fenghuang eight monsters" and other cultural heritage and customs have become important elements in the novel. The book not only depicted a beautiful southern town, but also profoundly reflected the life and traditional culture of the Chinese countryside, showing the unique charm and development potential of the Chinese countryside.