Civilization Unearthed: Major Archaeological Discoveries in Jiangxi

Author: Sun Jiahua / Zhan Kaisun (editors)
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Publish Date: 2004-07-01
Features: Titled "Civilization Unearthed with the Trowel," this book chronicles the achievements of Jiangxi's archaeological endeavors over more than half a century through nine major archaeological discoveries in the province. This is an excellent approach. These nine significant archaeological finds essentially encapsulate the accomplishments of Jiangxi's cultural relics and archaeology. The Wannian Xianrendong and Diaotonghuan sites, the Wucheng Shang Dynasty site, the Ruichang Tongling mining and smelting site, the Xingan Yangchzhou Shang Dynasty mausoleum, the Longhu Mountain cliff tombs, and the De'an Southern Song Zhou family mausoleum are all extensively documented with detailed text and images, recording the civilization unearthed by the trowel. The book aims to reveal the splendid ancient civilization of the Gan-Bo River basin and recreate the rich historical and cultural heritage of ancient Jiangxi. Based on archaeological excavation diaries and unearthed artifacts, supplemented by relevant historical documents and works, this book provides a comprehensive and systematic overview of nine major archaeological excavations in Jiangxi since the 20th century, including the Wannian Xianrendong and Diaotonghuan sites, the Wucheng site, the Xingan Yangchzhou Shang Dynasty mausoleum, the Longhu Mountain cliff tombs, the Lidu Xingtang Liquor Workshop site, and the Ming Dynasty Jiangxi Prince tombs, among others. The overview covers the excavation processes, unearthed artifacts, and historical significance of these sites.