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The Interconnected Mediterranean of the Iron Age

Tides of History

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Italy Is a Diverse Land, Full of Languages

When our ship arrives on the coast of Italy, we're stepping into a booming land of increasing wealth and sophistication. There are far more people here than there were just a few centuries before - enough to fill the cities and pack the rural spaces as well. Elite groups have emerged at the top to take control of these growing societies,. They show off their wealth by building large villas, acquiring fine ceramics, posting parties or building huge family tombs. The elites share a great deal in common: they all have similar tastes, and their ties within their social class span all of Italy.

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