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A new understanding of human history and the roots of inequality | David Wengrow

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Redefining Civilization: Unpacking the Myths of Social Inequality

This chapter explores the myths regarding the beginnings of agriculture and its alleged link to social inequality. It advocates for a reexamination of history, spotlighting a 4,000-year era of innovation that existed without strict social hierarchies.

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