Echoes of the Great Tang Dynasty: An Illustrated Guide to Emperor Li Xian's Tomb

Author: Zhang Yun
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Publish Date: 2006-05-01
Features: This is an illustrated and popular archaeological reader. It takes us into the underworld palace of Li Xian, the Crown Prince and Prince of Kang, of the Tang Dynasty, allowing readers to experience the charm of "three thousand concubines in the harem" at close range, and to rediscover the splendid melodies of the Tang Dynasty's prosperity. From the archaeological excavation and data collection of Prince Kang's tomb, we have gained a deeper understanding of the court structure, social system characteristics, noble life, funeral rituals, foreign trade exchanges, artistic achievements in painting, fashion trends in clothing, and cosmetic styles during the prosperous Tang period. This opens a new window for us to understand Tang society and the lives of the Tang people.