Alex Woolf Shang Dynasty

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The Shang was an advanced civilisation that flourished more than 3,500 years ago in China. They created beautiful objects in bronze, jade and ceramic. They studied the stars, created an accurate calendar and developed China's first writing system. Explore the amazing Shang dynasty, their gods, customs, art, science and music. Learn about their downfall and their lasting influence on China. Made for the KS2 History curriculum, these eight titles are packed with amazing historical facts and inspiring images. These handy guides explore the distant past, surviving historical evidence and the impact of our ancestors on our lives today.