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558. The Facts Are In: Two Parents Are Better Than One

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Rethinking Family: Lessons from Çatalhöyük

This chapter delves into the archaeological site of Çatalhöyük, examining its communal living arrangements and diverse familial structures. It challenges modern understandings of family by revealing that individuals buried together were often not biologically related, showcasing the historical variance in family dynamics.

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