Robert van Gulik - The Emperor's Pearl - 1963
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The Emperor's Pearl by Robert van Gulik, a 184-page hardcover first English edition published by Heinemann in 1963, with eight illustrations by the author.
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The Emperor’s Pearl (1963) is one of Robert van Gulik’s highly regarded Judge Dee detective novels, set in imperial China and inspired by traditional Chinese crime literature. The story follows Judge Dee as he becomes entangled in a complex investigation involving the mysterious disappearance of a priceless imperial pearl, a series of enigmatic incidents surrounding a dragon-boat festival, and encounters with figures whose motives are gradually unmasked. The narrative blends historical detail, suspense, and cultural richness, reflecting van Gulik’s exceptional knowledge of classical Chinese society. The book includes eight illustrations drawn by the author in authentic Chinese style, enhancing the atmosphere and giving added depth to key scenes.
This first edition is highly sought after among collectors of Judge Dee mysteries, fans of historical detective fiction, and admirers of van Gulik’s sinological work. Early Heinemann printings are becoming increasingly rare, especially copies that retain the original illustrations and were published in the 1960s, making this a desirable addition to a specialized collection.
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The Emperor’s Pearl (1963) is one of Robert van Gulik’s highly regarded Judge Dee detective novels, set in imperial China and inspired by traditional Chinese crime literature. The story follows Judge Dee as he becomes entangled in a complex investigation involving the mysterious disappearance of a priceless imperial pearl, a series of enigmatic incidents surrounding a dragon-boat festival, and encounters with figures whose motives are gradually unmasked. The narrative blends historical detail, suspense, and cultural richness, reflecting van Gulik’s exceptional knowledge of classical Chinese society. The book includes eight illustrations drawn by the author in authentic Chinese style, enhancing the atmosphere and giving added depth to key scenes.
This first edition is highly sought after among collectors of Judge Dee mysteries, fans of historical detective fiction, and admirers of van Gulik’s sinological work. Early Heinemann printings are becoming increasingly rare, especially copies that retain the original illustrations and were published in the 1960s, making this a desirable addition to a specialized collection.
This item will be carefully packaged and shipped with a track-and-trace code.
Details
Number of Books
1
Subject
Literature
Book Title
The Emperor's Pearl
Author/ Illustrator
Robert van Gulik
Condition
Good
Publication year oldest item
1963
Edition
1st Edition
Language
English
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Heinemann
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Number of pages
184
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