The Tomb of Marquis Yi of Zeng

The Tomb of Marquis Yi of Zeng was the burial site of Marquis Yi, ruler of the State of Zeng in the early Warring States period. In 1978, an archaeological excavation team opened the tomb. The discovery of ancient musical instruments, including a set of bronze bells, was an unprecedented breakthrough in the history of Chinese and world music. The author of this book, Tan Weisi, led the archaeological team that excavated the tomb of Marquis Yi of Zeng. He oversaw and took part in every stage, from the field excavation to the indoor cataloguing and research. In vivid prose, he recounts the fascinating anecdotes and secrets uncovered during the excavation, and brings to life the enduring allure of artifacts buried for millennia.