Charles C. Mann - Americas Before Columbus & Scientific Wizardry
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Conquest, Resistance, and Evolution of Societal Change
This chapter examines the vulnerabilities of the Inca and Aztec civilizations during Spanish conquests, emphasizing the internal conflicts that facilitated these invasions. It further explores the complexities of elite collaborations in various historical contexts, including the Mughal Empire and Haiti, while questioning conventional definitions of success in resistance movements. The discussion culminates in an analysis of the evolution of societal attitudes towards slavery, highlighting early abolition movements and their impact on legal reforms despite economic pressures.
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