The Battle Between Ruler and Minister: The Legend of Liu Luoguo (Classic Original)

Centered on the career of Liu Yong, also known as Liu Luoguo, a renowned official during the Qianlong era of the Qing dynasty, this book recounts the classic tale of his battles of wits against corrupt officials and treacherous ministers such as Heshen. Upright and exceptionally clever, Liu Yong repeatedly solves baffling cases and cracks down on corruption at court, inspiring countless famous anecdotes of clashes between officials and the emperor. The story is witty and humorous without compromising its righteous spirit, depicting the many faces of Qing officialdom and the honest official's devotion to serving the people. It is a classic of traditional courtroom storytelling.