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Barry Hughart

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Barry Hughart is the author of Bridge of Birds, the first in his Master Li and Number Ten Ox series. He writes mythic fantasy stories that blend ancient Chinese folklore, mystery, and humor. His books offer readers clever plots and memorable characters.

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Fantasy Folklore Mystery Literary Fiction Fiction

Featured Works

Book cover of Bridge of Birds
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Bridge of Birds

Barry Hughart

The Chronicles of Master Li and Number Ten Ox #1
Book cover of La leyenda de la piedra

La leyenda de la piedra

Barry Hughart

The Chronicles of Master Li and Number Ten Ox #2
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Ocho honorables magos

Barry Hughart

The Chronicles of Master Li and Number Ten Ox #3
Book cover of Huit honorables magiciens

Huit honorables magiciens

Barry Hughart

The Chronicles of Master Li and Number Ten Ox #3
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Die Geheimnisse Von Meister Li

Barry Hughart

Meister Li #1

Series

The Chronicles of Master Li and Number Ten Ox

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Book cover of Bridge of Birds
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Bridge of Birds
Book cover of Die Brücke der Vögel
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Die Brücke der Vögel
Book cover of Puente de pájaros : una novela de la antigua China
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Puente de pájaros : una novela de la antigua China
Book cover of La magnificence des oiseaux
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La magnificence des oiseaux
Book cover of The Chronicles of Master Li and Number Ten Ox ( Bridge of Birds, The Story of the Stone & Eight Skilled Gentlemen)
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The Chronicles of Master Li and Number Ten Ox ( Bridge of Birds, The Story of the Stone & Eight Skilled Gentlemen)
Book cover of La leyenda de la piedra
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La leyenda de la piedra
Book cover of Meister Li und der Stein des Himmels
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Meister Li und der Stein des Himmels
Book cover of The story of the stone
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The story of the stone
Book cover of Ocho honorables magos
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Ocho honorables magos
Book cover of Huit honorables magiciens
#3
Huit honorables magiciens
Book cover of Die Insel der Mandarine
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Die Insel der Mandarine
Book cover of Eight skilled gentlemen
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Eight skilled gentlemen

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is the reading order for Barry Hughart's Master Li and Number Ten Ox series?

    The Master Li and Number Ten Ox series should be read in the following order: "Bridge of Birds," followed by "The Story of the Stone," and then "Eight Skilled Gentlemen." This sequence follows the chronological development of the characters and their adventures.

  • What is Barry Hughart best known for?

    Barry Hughart is best known for his unique blend of ancient Chinese folklore, mystery, and humor, particularly within his Master Li and Number Ten Ox series. His writing is celebrated for its clever plotting and memorable characters.