The New Human Revolution is a novelised history of the Soka Gakkai. The protagonist is Shin’ichi Yamamoto, third president of the Soka Gakkai (whose character represents SGI President Daisaku Ikeda)

In this volume, Shin’ichi Yamamoto realises the dream of his late mentor – achieving three million member households. …For the sake of kosen-rufu, Shin’ichi stands at the helm, steering the Soka Gakkai through unforgiving storms and crashing waves.

Chapters

The Flower of Culture: The Cuban Missile Crisis rocks the entire world. Shin’ichi successfully builds a force for peace numbering three million member households. He is also invited to meet with President John F. Kennedy.

Fresh Growth: Shin’chi sets out on an overseas tour that establishes three chapters in the US. He exerts himself in fostering capable people.

Early Spring: Worldwide kosen-rufu blossoms further in Europe and Asia. Shin’ichi unexpectedly makes a stop in Taiwan, and creates an unforgettable encounter with comrades there.

At the Helm: Members returning from a pilgrimage are stuck in a blizzard. Soka Gakkai members in Taiwan encounter harsh persecution. Both incidents become proof of “winter always turns to spring.”