The Chinese Nail Murders

Set in ancient China, this novel follows the astute Judge Dee as he navigates a series of perplexing and gruesome cases. The narrative weaves together three distinct mysteries: a decapitated woman, a murdered boxer, and a corpse with no apparent cause of death. Judge Dee, known for his keen intellect and unyielding sense of justice, must unravel these enigmas while contending with personal turmoil and a restless populace. The story is rich with historical detail, offering a vivid portrayal of Chinese culture and legal practices of the time. The book also includes illustrations by the author, enhancing the immersive experience of this historical detective tale.

Published 1966

Binding of book is slightly loose. Slight foxing with creases and fraying of edges on front and back covers. Slight foxing and a tear at the top of the spine, with some fading. Moderate tanning and foxing on top, fore, and bottom edges. Moderate foxing on insides of covers. Some foxing on most pages. Clean of annotations across pages. Moderate tanning around margins of pages.

Condition: Well Read