Les Tribulations D'un Chinois En Chine, published in 1879 by Jules Verne, follows Kin-Fo, a wealthy Chinese man who grapples with the meaning of happiness amidst societal changes. Accused by his friend Wang of living a life devoid of discomfort, Kin-Fo's fortunes take a turn, leading him to contemplate suicide and contract his friend to carry out the act. As he navigates through China to escape his fate, the novel explores themes of wealth, existentialism, and the complexities of relationships in a rapidly evolving world.
