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The Rise of Agriculture: From Nomads to Settlers
This chapter examines the pivotal transition from nomadic lifestyles to agricultural practices, exploring the various factors that influenced this transformation. It discusses environmental changes following the Ice Age, the importance of food storage, and how societal structures were reshaped by the shift to sedentary living. The chapter also highlights the nutritional implications of farming versus hunting-gathering, showcasing how these changes impacted population dynamics and individual health.