Publisher's Synopsis
The Wallet of Kai Lung is a collection of short stories written by Ernest Bramah, first published in 1900. The book is set in China and features the fictional character of Kai Lung, a wandering storyteller who uses his wit and storytelling abilities to navigate various situations and overcome obstacles. The stories are framed as Kai Lung telling his tales to various listeners, including emperors, princes, and even bandits. The book is known for its use of language and wordplay, with many of Kai Lung's stories featuring clever twists and turns. The Wallet of Kai Lung has been praised for its humor, imagination, and unique perspective on Chinese culture. It has been compared to the works of Rudyard Kipling and Edgar Allan Poe. Overall, this book is a classic of English literature and a must-read for fans of adventure and storytelling.First in the Kai Lung series.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
