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The Persistent "Man the Hunter" Myth / Faye Flam

This Is Hell!

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Challenging the 'Man the Hunter' Myth

This chapter explores the misconception that hunting was the most important source of food for early humans and highlights recent studies that challenge this myth. It discusses the diversity within hunter-gatherer societies and the different roles played by men and women. The chapter also questions the assumption that all men in these societies were skilled hunters and emphasizes the importance of cooperation for survival.

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