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50 | A New Theory on the Broadest Patterns of History ~ Ideen Ali Riahi
On Humans
Civilizations and Domestication: A Historical Perspective
This chapter examines the rise and fall of American civilizations, focusing on the Aztecs and Incas, and how their urban planning and population densities impressed European explorers. It discusses the interplay of environmental factors, individual choices, and historical events in shaping societies, while critiquing simplistic views like environmental determinism. Additionally, the chapter explores the complex history of animal domestication and agriculture, revealing the nuanced interactions between humans, wildlife, and ecosystems over time.
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