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49. The Dawn of Everything

Empire

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Insights into Ancient Societies

This chapter contrasts the egalitarianism of Sumerian Mesopotamia with the brutalities of the Neo-Assyrian Empire, highlighting different societal structures. It challenges the traditional view of pyramid construction in Egypt, suggesting a more complex workforce involved captives rather than slaves, while tying in archaeological evidence to support these claims.

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