Sanxingdui Civilization -- Ancient Civilization Center of the Upper Yangtze River

Author: Duan Yu, Zou Yiqing
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: This book presents research findings on the ancient civilization center of the upper Yangtze River—the Sanxingdui culture—in a scientific and systematic manner. It is richly illustrated and explains the essence of the Sanxingdui civilization in an accessible way, enabling readers to gain a comprehensive and systematic understanding of it. The book elaborates on the cultural aspects of Sanxingdui civilization, including the pre-civilization era, bronze artifacts, and the political structure of the ancient Shu Kingdom. It provides detailed discussions on the economic aspects such as agriculture, handicrafts, urban development, transportation, and trade. Additionally, it conducts comparative studies between Sanxingdui civilization and other civilizations, including the Central Plains, other regions, and ancient civilizations in West Asia. This book translates profound academic research into easy-to-understand language, combining academic depth with popular accessibility, making it a valuable book that blends science and knowledge.