• The Chinese Gold Murder (English Edition): Judge Dee’s First Case — A Tang Dynasty Detective Story
  • The Chinese Gold Murder (English Edition): Judge Dee’s First Case — A Tang Dynasty Detective Story
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The Chinese Gold Murder (English Edition): Judge Dee’s First Case — A Tang Dynasty Detective Story

The Chinese Gold Murder (English Edition): Judge Dee’s First Case — A Tang Dynasty Detective Story

A Poisoned Predecessor, a Missing Bride, a Man-Eating Tiger and a Gold-Smuggling Plot — Judge Dee Must Solve Them All in His First Post as Magistrate
This is a detective novel set in Tang Dynasty China, written in English by the Dutch diplomat and scholar Robert van Gulik. Judge Dee has just arrived in the port town of Peng-lai to take up his first post as magistrate—only to learn that his predecessor was found poisoned, his papers missing. As Dee begins to investigate, a wealthy shipowner’s new bride disappears, a tiger is terrorizing the district, and rumors of a gold-smuggling conspiracy begin to surface. Dee must use his powers of observation and logic to connect cases that everyone else insists are unrelated. If you want a fast, atmospheric detective story set in ancient China—rather than a translated collection of traditional case files or an academic study of Chinese law—this is it.
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About This Book:
During the reign of Emperor Yonghui in the Tang Dynasty, the brilliant Judge Dee is appointed as the magistrate of Penglai. His first task is to uncover the truth behind his predecessor’s suspicious death. However, upon arriving with his family, he finds the official residence is rumored to be haunted by the former magistrate's ghost. As his loyal assistant uncovers more questionable clues, new and bizarre fatalities begin to occur. Are these events a mere coincidence, or part of a larger conspiracy? Follow Judge Dee as he employs his extraordinary powers of observation and logic to solve the riddle. -6-7

Why Readers Love This Book:

  • A Timeless Classic: This is the English edition of the famous Di Gong An (Judge Dee) series, a cornerstone of Chinese detective fiction. -3-6

  • Written by a Renowned Sinologist: Authored by Robert Hans van Gulik, a Dutch diplomat and celebrated sinologist, this story masterfully bridges Eastern and Western storytelling traditions. -6

  • Immersive Historical Setting: The book vividly brings 7th-century Tang Dynasty China to life, offering a captivating glimpse into its judicial system, culture, and society.

  • Perfect for Mystery Fans: With its intricate plot and memorable characters, this book has earned a strong 7.6/10 rating on Douban, China's leading book review platform.

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