狄公案   By: Anonymous

狄公案 is a fascinating read that provides a thought-provoking look into the world of ancient Chinese detective stories. The intricate plot weaves together a myriad of characters and storylines, keeping the reader engaged and guessing until the very end. The writing is incredibly vivid, painting a vivid picture of the setting and bringing the characters to life.

The author's attention to detail is impressive, creating a rich and vibrant world that sucks the reader in from the very first page. The pacing is well-executed, with twists and turns that keep the reader on the edge of their seat. The overarching mystery is compelling, and the resolution is satisfying and unexpected.

Overall, 狄公案 is a captivating and well-crafted piece of historical fiction that will appeal to fans of mystery and detective novels. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Chinese literature or culture.

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詩曰： 　　　　世人但喜作高官，執法無難斷案難。 　　　　寬猛相平思呂杜，嚴苛尚是惡申韓。 　　　　一心清正千家福，兩字公平百姓安。 　　　　惟有昌平舊令尹，留傳案牘後人看。 　　 自來奸盜邪淫，無所逃其王法，是非冤抑，必待白於官家，故官清則民安， 民安則俗美。舉凡遊手好閒之輩，造言生事之人，一掃而空之。無論平民之樂事 生業，即間有不肖之徒顯乾法紀，而見其刑罰難容，罪惡難恕，耳聞目睹，皆賞 善罰惡之言，宜無不革面洗心，改除積習。所以欲民更化，必待宰官清正，未有 官不清正，而能化民者也。然官之清，不僅在不傷財不害民而已，要能上保國家 ，為人所不能為、不敢為之事，下治百姓，雪人所不能雪、不易雪之冤。無論民 間細故，即宮闈細事，亦靜心審察，有精明之氣，有果決之才，而後官聲好，官 位正，一清而無不清也。故一代之立國，必有一代之刑官，堯舜之時有皋陶，漢 高之時有蕭何，其申不害、韓非子，則固歷代刑名家所祖宗者也。若不察案之由 來，事之初起，徒以桁楊刀鋸，... Continue reading book >>