Judge Dee Series:
* The Chinese Maze Murders (1957): Introduces Judge Dee and his first case.
* The Haunted Monastery (1960)
* The Silk Screen (1962)
* The Monkey's Paw (1964)
* The Phantom of the Temple (1965)
* The Chinese Bell Murders (1968)
* The Chinese Gold Murders (1971)
* The Case of the Redhaired Ghost (1974)
* The Emperor's Pearl (1975)
Other Works:
* The Lore of the Chinese Lute (1940): A scholarly work on the history of the Chinese lute.
* Chinese Painting (1958): A book about the art of Chinese painting.
* The Life of a Chinese Official (1961): A biographical novel based on the life of van Gulik's father.
Van Gulik's Judge Dee novels are considered classics of historical crime fiction and are known for their detailed portrayal of Chinese life and culture during the Tang dynasty. They are also praised for their intricate plots and engaging characters.