Samsung Shining Tianfu: Sanxingdui Culture and Bashu Civilization

Author: Zhou Xinhua
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: Who would have thought that Sanxingdui, a seemingly insignificant village on the remote southwestern frontier and in the heart of the Sichuan Basin, would be an ancient civilization site buried for thousands of years, unearthing countless astonishingly exquisite artifacts? This discovery has completely transformed people's understanding of ancient Shu culture. Moreover, it has even prompted a reevaluation of the origins of ancient Chinese civilization. The excavation of an archaeological site uncovering a lost civilization and even rewriting a cultural history—this is truly a miracle in the history of Chinese archaeology. The artistic world of the ancient Shu people as revealed by Sanxingdui culture, along with their unconventional cultural psychology, leaves the world in awe and endless fascination.
This book, written from the perspective of an archaeologist and in a literary style, records the history of the Sanxingdui site from its discovery to its cultural naming, the origins and inheritance of Sanxingdui culture, the characteristics of Sanxingdui culture, and the exchange and influence of Central Plains culture. It is both academically rigorous and highly readable, making it an excellent choice for readers outside the field of archaeology. The book also includes a wealth of exquisite illustrations of artifacts, offering a visually delightful experience upon opening.