Mr. Wu Based on the Play "Mr. Wu" by H. M. Vernon and Harold Owen

"Mr. Wu" by Louise Jordan Miln, is a story that follows Wu Li Chang, a boy with royal blood, raised by his grandfather, Wu Ching Yu, a mandarin. Set against a backdrop of cultural conflict, young Wu navigates his identity as he’s groomed to serve China and educated for life in England. The story begins by establishing the bond between grandfather and grandson, showing both strictness and affection. Little Wu deals with an arranged marriage and the weight of his heritage. His grandfather's decision to send him to England for education shows the wider Chinese society grappling with Western influence. The tone emphasizes cultural importance, balancing traditional Chinese life with changes from globalization and imperialism.