Books in Order: A Comprehensive Guide on Robert van Gulik's Work
Books in Order: Exploring the Literary Legacy of Robert Van Gulik
Who is Robert Van Gulik?
Robert Van Gulik (1910-1967), a noteworthy Dutch author, penned an array of chronological mystery novels and riveting short stories. His most prominent work revolves around the intriguing “Judge Dee” mystery series. Born in the Netherlands, Van Gulik spent his formative years exploring the diverse cultures of Jakarta in Indonesia, developing a skill set in various languages.
Academic Pursuits and Professional Life
He returned to his homeland, where he earned a PhD from Leiden University in 1935. An expert linguist, he worked for the Dutch Foreign Service. Amid World War II, he found himself evacuated from Tokyo and eventually relocated to China, the country where he tied the knot.
Laden with globe-trotting experiences, Van Gulik’s lifetime was a journey across the globe, culminating in The Hague, The Netherlands. Upon his demise, he was serving as the Dutch ambassador to Japan.
Highlights of His Publishing Career
Publication Order of Judge Dee Mysteries Books
| Celebrated Cases of Judge Dee / Dee Goong An | (1949) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |
| The Chinese Bell Murders | (1958) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |
| The Chinese Gold Murders | (1959) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |
| The Chinese Lake Murders | (1960) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |
| The Chinese Nail Murders | (1961) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |
| The Haunted Monastery | (1961) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |
| The Red Pavilion | (1961) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |
| The Chinese Maze Murders | (1962) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |
| The Lacquer Screen | (1962) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |
| The Emperor’s Pearl | (1963) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |
| The Monkey and The Tiger | (1965) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |
| The Phantom of the Temple | (1965) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |
| The Willow Pattern | (1965) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |
| Murder in Canton | (1966) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |
| Judge Dee at Work | (1967) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |
| Necklace and Calabash | (1967) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |
| Poets and Murder / The Fox-Magic Murders | (1968) | 📚 Buy on Amazon |