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Robert van Gulik
AuthorBooks · Second hand1910-1967
Robert Hans van Gulik was a Dutch orientalist, diplomat, musician, and writer, best known for the Judge Dee historical mysteries, the protagonist of which he borrowed from the 18th-century Chinese detective novel Dee Goong An.
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Birth
1910
Death
1967
First book
1949
Years writing
18
Robert van Gulik was a multifaceted Dutch diplomat who excelled as a linguist, musician, and orientalist.
His deep passion for Chinese culture led him to create the iconic Judge Dee detective novel series.
Beyond writing, Van Gulik illustrated his own works, blending his artistic talent with his historical expertise.
As an expert sinologist, he successfully translated the essence of ancient China into contemporary mystery fiction.
His diplomatic career allowed him to live in various countries, enriching his global perspective and prolific literary output.