Tribulations of a Chinaman in China by Jules Verne

TRIBULATIONS OF A CHINAMAN IN CHINA (Les Tribulations d'un Chinois en Chine) is a little-known work adventure novel by Jules Verne. Set in 19th century China, the main character is an immensely wealthy but bored man (Kin-Fo) who has decided to take his own life after it seems his largest investment has gone sour. After taking out a huge life insurance policy, Kin-Fo hires an old friend, Wang, to kill him. He soon learns that his fortune is intact, and seeks to find Wang and end the entire affair.