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Pottery, as the most basic research object in archaeology, is of irreplaceable importance for understanding a region, a culture, and a group of people. The main research object of this book is Zhejiang's prehistoric pottery. The structure is basically in chronological order, introducing Shangshan Culture, Kuahuqiao Culture, Hemudu Culture, Majiabang Culture, Songze Culture, Liangzhu Culture, Haochuan Culture, and Qianshanyang Culture. It also introduces the characteristics and production techniques of pottery of Guangfulin Culture, as well as the basic situation and main understanding of each archaeological culture. It aims to provide a cultural background for understanding pottery and demonstrate the contribution and value of Zhejiang prehistoric pottery to Chinese civilization.