The Misadventures of Master Mugwort - A Joke Book Trilogy from Imperial China

The Misadventures of Master Mugwort is a translation of three collections of humorous episodes revolving around the beloved fictional character of Master Mugwort. Set in the ancient Warring States period, but written over a millennium later, Master Mugwort counsels kings in the art of statecraft, takes on other masters in mock philosophical debates, and wisecracks his way through the intrigue that defined the age, disciples in tow.