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On Ancient History and Our Shared Heritage: Interview with Professor Walter Scheidel

Tides of History

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Revisiting the Scope of Ancient History

This chapter challenges the traditional focus on the Mediterranean in studying ancient history, advocating for a more global perspective. It emphasizes how a narrow time frame can obscure significant historical connections, such as the proximity of Cleopatra to modern times compared to the builders of the Great Pyramid.

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