Silasam tells the story of archaeology.

Author: (German) C.W. Silam
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Publishing Date: 2005-04-01
Features: This book could be titled "Personal Experiences in Archaeology." The author shares stories that he himself experienced personally. All the materials in the book are related to on-site excavations. He did not "personally experience" archaeological excavations of Chinese civilization, so he has nothing to say about this ancient and long-standing civilization. He has dedicated his life to the work of "restoring the site" and, with his brilliant pen, guides us back to the thrilling "archaeological site." Once on the site, we realize that it is not dry text but the "life and death legends" of archaeologists. The original title of this book is "Gods, Tombs, Scholars." Since its publication in 1949, it has been translated into nearly 30 languages and sold millions of copies over 18 years. It is regarded by readers as a "popular reading material that strictly adheres to scientific principles," has been long-term recommended as a "required reading" by many universities in the West, and is hailed by publishers and critics as an "archaeological classic."
Reasons to Read This Book: This book also includes the "archaeological sites" of the original four ancient civilizations: Greece, Egypt, Babylon, and the Americas. An expert in archaeology returning to the "site" may rediscover many traces; a layperson returning to the "site" may once again experience the joy and excitement of the "lively" atmosphere.
You should know the story of Thompson and the ancient Mayan sacrificial maiden he retrieved from the "Holy Well"—read this book. You should know the story of Schliemann and his excavation of the ancient city of Troy—read this book. You should know the story of Botta and his discovery of the ancient city of Nineveh—read this book. You should know the story of Carter and his discovery of the mysterious tomb of Tutankhamun—read this book.
Recommended for the following groups to read this book: Cultural scholars or enthusiasts, lovers or critics of mysterious history, lovers or critics of legendary stories, lovers or critics of serious popular reading material, archaeologists or enthusiasts of archaeology.