The Deer And The Cauldron by Jin Yong
The Duke of Mount Deer
Set in the late Ming Dynasty, the story follows the adventures of a witty and resourceful young man named Wei Xiaobao, who rises from humble beginnings in a brothel to become a significant figure in the imperial court. Through a combination of luck, cunning, and sheer audacity, Wei navigates a treacherous landscape of political intrigue, secret societies, and shifting allegiances. His journey is marked by a series of humorous and thrilling escapades, as he forms unlikely alliances and outsmarts his adversaries, all while maintaining his loyalty to his friends and his own survival instincts.
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- Published
- 1969
- Nationality
- Chinese
- Length
- Very Long
- Pages
- 1200-1300
- Original Language
- Chinese
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- Alternate Titles
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- Royal Tramp
- The Deer and the Cauldron
- The Duke of Mount Deer
- 鹿鼎記
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- 31st on 20th century 100 Best Chinese Fictions (Asia Weekly)