Robert van Gulik - The Willow Pattern - 1965

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The Willow Pattern is a first edition hardcover of 184 pages in English by Robert van Gulik, published by Heinemann in 1965, in good condition, with fifteen illustrations by the author.

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The Willow Pattern by Robert van Gulik is a compelling Judge Dee mystery set in the Tang dynasty, where the renowned magistrate must unravel a series of enigmatic murders in a city struck by disaster. The story blends historical atmosphere, classical Chinese motifs and a psychologically layered investigation. Central to the plot is a delicate porcelain motif—the willow pattern—whose hidden meaning ultimately provides the key to solving the crime. The book is further enriched with fifteen illustrations drawn by the author himself in traditional Chinese style, enhancing its authenticity and cultural depth.

This edition is sought-after among collectors, as early printings of Van Gulik's Judge Dee novels have become increasingly scarce and are appreciated for their combination of literary quality, historical interest and the author's distinctive artwork.

This item will be carefully packaged and shipped with a track-and-trace code.

The Willow Pattern by Robert van Gulik is a compelling Judge Dee mystery set in the Tang dynasty, where the renowned magistrate must unravel a series of enigmatic murders in a city struck by disaster. The story blends historical atmosphere, classical Chinese motifs and a psychologically layered investigation. Central to the plot is a delicate porcelain motif—the willow pattern—whose hidden meaning ultimately provides the key to solving the crime. The book is further enriched with fifteen illustrations drawn by the author himself in traditional Chinese style, enhancing its authenticity and cultural depth.

This edition is sought-after among collectors, as early printings of Van Gulik's Judge Dee novels have become increasingly scarce and are appreciated for their combination of literary quality, historical interest and the author's distinctive artwork.

This item will be carefully packaged and shipped with a track-and-trace code.

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Number of Books
1
Subject
Literature
Book Title
The Willow Pattern
Author/ Illustrator
Robert van Gulik
Condition
Good
Publication year oldest item
1965
Edition
1st Edition
Language
English
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Heinemann
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Number of pages
184
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