
KAI LUNG’S GOLDEN HOURS - By Ernest Bramah - With a Preface by Hilaire Belloc - LONDON GRANT RICHARDS LTD. ST MARTIN’S STREET MDCCCCXXII
Contents
PREFACE
KAI LUNG’S GOLDEN HOURS
CHAPTER I The Encountering of Six within a Wood
CHAPTER II The Inexorable Justice of the Mandarin Shan Tien
CHAPTER III The Degraded Persistence of the Effete Ming-shu
CHAPTER IV The Inopportune Behaviour of the Covetous Li-loe
CHAPTER V The Timely Intervention of the Mandarin Shan Tien’s Lucky Day
CHAPTER VI The High-minded Strategy of the Amiable Hwa-mei
In this charming collection, the gentle sage‑like storyteller Kai Lung spins a series of vivid, humor‑laden tales that feel as if they were whispered in an ancient tea house. Each episode unfolds with a graceful blend of Chinese folklore and witty observation, inviting listeners to ponder human foibles while being entertained by clever twists and playful dialogue. The narrative voice is deliberately crafted, its elegant phrasing and precise construction giving the stories a timeless, almost sculptural quality.
The first hour introduces Kai Lung’s meeting with a curious scholar, setting the stage for a series of encounters that explore generosity, pride, and the unexpected consequences of simple wishes. As the storyteller weaves moral lessons into vivid adventures, listeners are treated to a tapestry of characters—wise monks, mischievous merchants, and elusive spirits—each rendered with a light touch and a subtle smile. The atmosphere is both exotic and warmly familiar, making the early chapters a delightful invitation to linger in Kai Lung’s world.
Language
en
Duration
~8 hours (482K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
1998-04-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1868–1942
Best known for the sly Kai Lung stories and the ingenious blind detective Max Carrados, this English writer moved easily between mystery, fantasy, humor, and political speculation. His work still feels distinctive for its wit, unusual premises, and love of storytelling itself.
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