Da Tang Di Gong An (4): The Prince's Coffin

Author: (Dutch) Goossaert, Robert
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Publish Date: 2006-03-01
Features: The entire book is set in Tang Dynasty China, with the famous Chinese statesman and judge Di Renjie as the protagonist. It describes Di Renjie's legendary experiences as a judge in prefectures, counties, and the capital, where he solves cases and protects the people. The stories are intricate, the cases dangerous, and the plot gripping, with clues leading readers on a relentless pursuit of the truth. Di Renjie, as portrayed by the author, differs from the traditional "Judge Qing Tian" in Chinese detective fiction. He has a unique approach to case-solving: emphasizing efficiency over formalities, upholding integrity while being adaptable, focusing on investigation and deduction rather than jumping to conclusions. Di Renjie's judicial prowess is so remarkable that Western readers have dubbed him "Sherlock Holmes of Ancient China."