History of Ancient Chinese Iron Smelting Technology

Author: Yang Kuan
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: Based on the results of excavations at ancient Chinese iron-smelting sites and the identification of unearthed iron artifacts, the author combines literature on iron-smelting technology during the feudal society to systematically examine the gradual development of iron smelting, steelmaking, casting, and forging techniques. The book explores the development patterns of ancient Chinese metallurgical technology, elaborates on the three major reforms of iron agricultural tools in history and their significant role in promoting agricultural production, thereby scientifically proving the role of iron-smelting technology in advancing ancient social productivity. The book is richly illustrated with images and texts, concise yet engaging to read. Based on the results of excavations at ancient Chinese iron-smelting sites and the identification of unearthed iron artifacts, the author combines literature on iron-smelting technology during the feudal society to systematically examine the gradual development of iron smelting, steelmaking, casting, and forging techniques. The book explores the development patterns of ancient Chinese metallurgical technology, elaborates on the three major reforms of iron agricultural tools in history and their significant role in promoting agricultural production, thereby scientifically proving the role of iron-smelting technology in advancing ancient social productivity. The book is richly illustrated with images and texts, concise yet engaging to read.