essay

China on the eve of the historical period

cambridge history of ancient china: from the origins of civilization to 221 bcCambridge, Uk • Published In 1999 • Pages: 37-73

By: Chang, Kwang-chih.

Abstract
In this overview of the history of archaeological research and theory in China from the Neolithic to the Xia Dynasty, the author views the Yellow River Late Neolithic as an important case study for providing reasons and clues as to why and how civilizations and states first came into being.
Subjects
Culture summary
Reviews and critiques
Theoretical orientation in research and its results
Comparative evidence
Sociocultural trends
Classes
Form and rules of government
Burial practices and funerals
tradition
Yellow River Late Neolithic
Region
Asia
Sub Region
East Asia
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Archaeologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
Analyst
Sarah Berry; 2019
Field Date
not applicable
Coverage Date
10,000-3350 BP
Coverage Place
eastern China
Notes
Kwang-Chih Chang
Includes bibliographical references
LCCN
97033203
LCSH
Peilgang