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Life and Afterlife in Ancient China

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Exploring twelve significant tombs from various historical periods, this work reveals the intricate connections between burial practices and the broader political and cultural developments of Ancient China. Highlighting the sophistication of these tombs, which rival those of Ancient Egypt, the author illustrates how they reflect a unique worldview where ancestors coexist with the living. The book culminates in an examination of the First Emperor's monumental tomb, guarded by terracotta warriors, offering insights into the civilization's enduring legacy and beliefs about life and death.

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Life and Afterlife in Ancient China, Jessica Rawson

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Rok vydania
2023
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Jazyk
anglicky
Rok vydania
2023
Väzba
pevná
Počet strán
560
ISBN13
9780295752365
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4,1 z 5
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Exploring twelve significant tombs from various historical periods, this work reveals the intricate connections between burial practices and the broader political and cultural developments of Ancient China. Highlighting the sophistication of these tombs, which rival those of Ancient Egypt, the author illustrates how they reflect a unique worldview where ancestors coexist with the living. The book culminates in an examination of the First Emperor's monumental tomb, guarded by terracotta warriors, offering insights into the civilization's enduring legacy and beliefs about life and death.