The Wallet Of Kai Lung

By Ernest Bramah

Book Overview

"The Wallet of Kai Lung" is a collection of enchanting and exotic tales written by British author Ernest Bramah. Set in ancient China, this book follows the adventures of Kai Lung, a clever and witty storyteller, as he travels through the mythical land of China, captivating listeners with his imaginative and captivating tales. The novel is structured as a frame story, with Kai Lung, a humble storyteller, finding himself in various situations where he must use his storytelling skills to charm and entertain his captors, thereby saving his life. Each story he weaves showcases his mastery of language, employing colorful metaphors, and also astute observations of human nature. As Kai Lung spins his tales and readers are transported into a world of romance heroism, and also intrigue, filled with courtly intrigue, cunning villains, and benevolent rulers. The stories often revolve around themes of wit, wisdom, and the power of words, all woven into fantastical narratives with delightful twists. Bramah's portrayal of ancient Chinese culture is both vivid and imaginative, creating a delightful blend of humor, wisdom, and adventure. Kai Lung's charm and intelligence make him a compelling protagonist, and each tale is a delightful exploration of the art of storytelling itself.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9359396133
• ISBN13: 9789359396132
• Release Date: November 2023
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Books to keep forever

Ernest Bramah is , in my humble opinion, one of the greatest weavers of tales ever. He has the ability to make me swoon with his wonderful use of words, his wit and humor.

An enjoyable read

Well written, enjoyable, and chock-full of subtle moral lessons. At a time when so much of what passes for fantasy writing is nothing more than junk, Wallet of Kai Lung does not pretend, like so many others, to be like Tolkien, or anyone else. It's just a good, fun, read all on its own.

This humble reviewer can not possibly do this book justice..

Bramah sure can spin a phrase. The book is a collection of stories told by Kai Lung, and as such is excellent. You are transported back into this fictional China, where introductions can take hours as the two people flatter each other & humble themselves endlessly. The stories are very amusing, but be forewarned; the language takes some time to read through & comprehend. Not a book to breeze through (but oh so rewarding when you do read it!)

Truely great book

The Kai Lung books have a nice dry humour, a beautifully way of turning a phrase and a concoluted way of using the english language. It is a China that never was but really ought to have been.