Abstract: Wang Anyi and Katherine Anne Porter, though from different countries and times, share quite similar literary principles as they effectively picture the existence and spirit of the common people.This article compares images of Fu Ping and Laura respectively portrayed by the two novelists so as to see their creative purposes and humanistic concerns.Through Fu Ping's revolt and persistence in self, Wang conveys that one's free choice is important, but what's more important is to build up one's self to reach his wholeness.By Laura's revolt and abandonment of self, Porter convinces readers that proper self-recognition is important but what's more important is to foster one's tenacity to face reality and future.