《Judge Dee’s Mystery》original novel

《Judge Dee’s Mystery》What is the original novel?What is the main story?If you want to know these contents, you might as well read the introduction of this article. I hope that through the content of the article you can better understand the content of 《Judge Dee’s Mystery》.

《Judge Dee’s Mystery》original novel

《Judge Dee’s Mystery》Adapted from the novel of the same name by Dutch writer Goloupe.Taking Di Renjie, the prime minister of the Tang Dynasty in China, as the protagonist, it describes Di Renjie's legendary experience in solving cases and picking up traitors as an official in prefectures, counties and Kyoto.

The story in the book is exciting, the case is turbulent, the plot is gripping, the mystery is intriguing, and the content is broad and profound.The Tang Dynasty society described by Gao Luopei is real and vivid, with foreigners, profiteers, beauties, monks, Taoists, nuns, and scholar-bureaucrats all gathered in one city; the scenery, houses, clothing, food, and daily necessities described have been carefully verified.It outlines a vivid picture of social life in the Tang Dynasty of China.

In the 1950s, as soon as the English version of this book came out, it caused a sensation in Europe and the United States.It has been translated into more than a dozen languages ​​and features hand-drawn illustrations by Golope.It has been republished continuously in the United Kingdom and the United States, and many Westerners even know China through "Judge Di".《Judge Dee’s Mystery》 is a literary masterpiece that describes Chinese people, Chinese affairs, and spreads China’s ancient history and traditional culture. It has left a mark in the history of cultural exchanges between China and the world.

Excerpts from the novel——

The poem says:

The world is unpredictable and there are many different feelings, but it is sad that we cannot be together for a long time;

Although the world is far away, the name of the Qing Dynasty remains, and the legacy of the emperor will continue for generations.

During the Longshuo period of Emperor Gaozong of the Tang Dynasty, there was a three-story quaint restaurant shaded by pines and cypresses on the hillside outside the north gate of Chang'an, the capital. This building was originally a place for welcoming guests, so it was named "Sorrow and Joy Building".The nameless ancient poem above is inscribed on the main entrance. The general idea is that the imperial officials who left the capital to take up posts expressed sentimental farewells to their friends and colleagues, encouraged each other, and determined to make contributions and serve the imperial court.Because of the sincerity of this poem, it attracted many passers-by to stop and recite it, and it spread so widely that everyone in the capital knew the name of Sadness and Joy Tower, and some people came here to have farewell banquets and express their feelings to each other.

Let's say that on this day, three more people in official uniforms came to sit down in the Sadhuan Tower.These three people are all in their thirties. One of them is wearing a black gauze hat. His surname is Di Renjie, and he is known as Di Gong. He is the new Penglai County magistrate and is about to leave Beijing to take up his post.The other two people were named Liang Tiren and the other was Hou Jun. They both wore gauze hats.Both of them are colleagues and friends of Duke Di, and they came here specifically to pay a farewell visit to Duke Di.The three officials just exchanged cups and cups on the rooftop of the Sadness and Joy Tower without saying a word.After drinking for a few rounds, the three of them looked out the window, looking far into the distance, and stared for a long time at the avenue leading to the distance outside the north gate.

It was late spring at this time, but the sky was overcast, the drizzle was misty, and it was raining non-stop.There were few pedestrians on the road, except for two men digging pits and building graves in a cemetery in the distance, huddled under a tall, green cypress tree to take shelter from the rain.

The three of them finished their lunch in a dull mood, and finally it was time to say goodbye.

Liang Tiren placed the cup heavily on the table and said sadly: "Brother Di, why is it necessary to go here? It's really hard to understand!"Brother Di has been an official in Dali Temple to judge affairs, and he will soon be an official like Brother Hou. We could have shared the glory and wealth in the capital, but Brother Di -“

Judge Dee looked excited and frequently stroked his long black beard. Without waiting for Liang Tiren to finish speaking, he said: "There is no need to discuss this matter anymore. I..." Judge Dee paused for a moment, tried his best to control his excitement, and continued with a gentle expression.He said: ”I have stated many times that I am tired of deciding cases on paper!“

”But why must we leave the capital for this?“ Liang Tiren asked again, ” Is there no case in the capital that interests Brother Di?Not long ago, Wang Yuande, the Minister of Household Affairs, murdered his attendants, stole thirty gold ingots and absconded. Wouldn't it be appropriate for Brother Di to try his skills?For this case, Hou Nianbo, the Minister of Household Affairs, sent people to Dali Temple every day to inquire about the case.Brother Hou, you have frequent contacts with your uncle, do you think so or not?“

Hou Jun, an official living in the Dali Temple, heard Liang Tiren mention the case of Wang Yuande stealing gold. He couldn't help but look troubled. He hesitated for a moment and said: "There is no clue about this case yet. I don't know where the criminal escaped with the gold."Isn't Brother Di unmoved by such a big case?”

“You two must be aware of this, ”Gong Di smiled lightly and said, “This case will now be personally investigated by the Minister of Dali Temple.Although I have read the files on this case, I am busy with my daily routine and there are piles of documents to be copied, so I never have the opportunity to intervene!”

After Mr. Di finished speaking, he reached for the tin pot on the table and poured himself another cup.The three of them looked at each other speechlessly.After a while, Liang Tiren said again: "Brother Di should at least choose a better place. Why do you have to go to Penglai County, which is rainy all day and far away by the sea, to be the county magistrate?"Don’t you know that weird things have happened in this place since ancient times?Legend has it that on every stormy night, local ghosts will appear from the tombs, and there will also be strange shadows looming in the clouds and mist on the sea. It is even said that evil tigers have appeared in the local mountains and forests recently.What's more, once Brother Di takes office, he must immediately take over the difficult case of the mysterious murder of the former county magistrate!Therefore, now that everyone is avoiding the post of Penglai County Magistrate, it is incredible that Brother Di actually recommended himself for it!“

Judge Dee listened absently to Liang Tiren's words and said disapprovingly: "According to what Brother Liang said, isn't it right for me to take over a murder mystery case?"Isn't it a chance to get rid of the boring desk work of copying and writing?Dear brothers, I can finally personally resolve the case, punish the evildoers, and bring justice to the people, so as to fulfill my lifelong wish!”

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