About “The Chinese Lake Murders”
The Chinese Lake Murders is a historical mystery novel written by Robert van Gulik in 1960. It is part of a series featuring Judge Dee, a magistrate and statesman who lived during the Tang dynasty, roughly between 630 and 700. The story is set in Imperial China and follows Judge Dee as he investigates a murder. The novel is a work of fiction based on the real-life figure of Judge Dee, who was known for his intelligence and fairness. Van Gulik's work blends historical elements with mystery and detective fiction. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)
Book details
- First published
- 1960