Published by the Hong Kong Palace Museum, the Traditional Chinese version of the Tracing the Origins of Chinese Civilisations with Archaeologists is written and edited by Professor Wang Wei, Chief Advisor of the “Origins of Chinese Civilisation Project” and Director of Henan Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology. The book explores ancient civilisations from over 10,000 years ago to the Western Zhou period, outlining the evolutionary trajectory of Chinese civilisation. Organised chronologically into six chapters, the book follows the progression of civilisation as its main narrative thread, highlighting representative sites in the Yangtze, Yellow, and Liao River basins to analyse the development of Chinese civilisation from diversity to unity.
Drawing on his extensive experience in archaeological research and his passion for nurturing younger generations, Wang Wei uses his unique writing style and illustrative explanations to integrate Chinese cultural aesthetics with theoretical knowledge. This makes the complex and advanced findings of modern Chinese archaeology accessible and easy to understand, even for readers unfamiliar with Chinese culture. The book is an excellent resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the formation and development of China's rich history and culture.