Part one of term paper
Wang Lung’s connection to the earth was a spiritual one. He depended on the earth for his livelihood. Because of this, he grew a spiritual link to the earth. If he grew tired while working, he would sleep on the ground and draw strength from the earth. When a massive drought came, and he had to leave his home, he yearned for his land. ...

Part two of term paper
... Wang Lung depended on his land. Upon it he grew his food, and from it he made his house. From surpluses of food, he made profits of silver. Without it, he would’ve had to become a beggar, or a worker for someone else. Farming was all Wang Lung knew how to do, and his land was all he needed to live. If, during work, Wang Lung became tired, he would lie down in a furrow and sleep for a while. While he slept, Wang Lung absorbed strength from the earth. It healed his spirit and he awoke ready ...