Overview

This book reflects the endeavours and achievements of experts at Zhejiang Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology over the past 30 years, rooted in the archaeological exploration and excavation of Liangzhu. Presenting archaeological findings from the perspective of frontline specialists, the book guides readers through the ruins of the ancient city of Liangzhu, offering an introduction to the planning and construction of the Liangzhu Kingdom’s capital, an early large-scale water conservation project in Liangzhu, the hierarchy of the ancient city, grain remains found there, and the construction of the outer wall for “China’s First City.” By doing so, the book unlocks the mysteries of the Liangzhu city site, making it accessible to the public! 

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Author:   Xuefei Zhu ,  Haiyan Xu
Publisher:   Springer Verlag, Singapore
Imprint:   Springer Verlag, Singapore
Edition:   1st ed. 2023
Weight:   0.448kg
ISBN:  

9789811995149

ISBN 10:   9811995141
Pages:   151
Publication Date:   04 March 2023
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

A Few Concepts About “Liangzhu”.- The Cultural Location and Status of Liangzhu Ancient City.- A Kingdom Established on the Central Place—Constructing the Capital City.- A Place of King and God—The Palace Area in the Center of the Inner City­.- An Epitome of Watertown Life—A Major Discovery in Zhongjiagang Fossil River Course.- The Granary Bursting with Grain—the Remains of Grain in the Ancient City.- All Sides Surrounded by the Wall—the Ruins of the Wall in the “First City of China”.- Water Conservancy Projects Built Around—Discovery and Research of Peripheral Hydraulic Systems.- A Wonderful Place for Sacrifice—Altar Ruins of Yaoshan and Huiguanshan.- Houses for the Dead—A Hierarchical Burial System.- The Realm of King and God, the Emergence of Civilization.

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Xuefei Zhu, specializing in neolithic archaeology, has worked at Zhejiang Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology as a researcher since 2017, during which time she has been actively engaged in the archaeological exploration of Liangzhu city. Her major articles include “Disintegration of Xiyin Culture and Generation of Remains of Late Yangshao Culture” and “Restudy on Color Pottery of Qinwangzhai Culture at Dahecun Historical Site”; she has also published the book Archaeological Study on Color Pottery during Yangshao Period.    

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