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48 | Is War Natural After All? ~ Luke Glowacki

On Humans

CHAPTER

Human Cooperation and Conflict in Evolution

This chapter examines the unique social behaviors of humans in comparison to other primates, focusing on our ability to form peaceful intergroup relationships and cooperate. It discusses the complexities of conflict among early hunter-gatherer societies, questioning traditional views on their propensity for war and violence. The chapter further explores the impact of property ownership on conflict dynamics, with a call to reevaluate how we understand early human social structures and interactions.

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