A pinch of salt was a basic kitchening, but a good meal offered that plus a drink and a bit of something else - the sup and the bit.

In recent years Mr Li, a divorced farmer with a laptop and internet access, has chalked up some stunning successes in resisting his village officials.

After which usurped victorie, he presently deceased: and partly through the excessive joy he thereby conceived.

The man, aged in his 30s, is described as caucasian with olive skin, medium build, about 175cm tall and has short dark hair.