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EconTalk
The Timelessness of Tools: Ancient Innovation and Instinct
This chapter explores the fascinating connection between ancient hand axes and contemporary luxury items, highlighting how a standardized tool design served as a cultural symbol for early humans. It also examines the instinctual design patterns that may have informed tool-making, drawing parallels with behaviors observed in nature.
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