Unearthing Ancient Social Structures

This chapter explores archaeological interpretations of ancient sites like Göbekli Tepe and their implications on understanding early human societies. It challenges prevailing narratives about social hierarchies, labor dynamics, and the roles of women, revealing complex cultural practices before the advent of agriculture. The discussion emphasizes that even in prehistoric contexts, societal structures could oscillate between egalitarianism and hierarchy, shaped by cosmological and communal beliefs.