essay

The discovery and study of the early Shang culture

companion to chinese archaeologyChichester, West Sussex • Published In 2013 • Pages: 323-342

By: Yuan, Guangkuo.

Abstract
This document provides an overview of the Early Shang subtradition. Because most fieldwork has occurred at sites thought to be cities (as determined by the presence of rammed-earth walls), the author concentrates on those. The discussion includes the various types of cities and their characteristics, settlement hierarchy, social hierarchy as evidenced in burials, communication and early writing, and a brief account of the economy.
Subjects
Culture summary
Mnemonic devices
Writing
Settlement patterns
Territorial hierarchy
Classes
Burial practices and funerals
Prayers and sacrifices
tradition
Yellow River Bronze Age
Region
Asia
Sub Region
East Asia
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Archaeologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
Analyst
Sarah Berry; 2020
Field Date
not applicable
Coverage Date
3600-3300 BP
Coverage Place
Hebei, Henan, Hubei, and Shanxi, China
Notes
Yuan Guangkuo
Includes bibliographical references (p. 340-342)
LCCN
2012036668
LCSH
Yellow River Bronze Age