Rise of the Minoans
The Ancients
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The Rise of the Wanax: Minoan Power Dynamics
This chapter examines the development of social hierarchy in Minoan society, focusing on the figure of the Wanax as depicted in Linear B texts. It analyzes the linguistic and cultural shifts related to kingship and governance from Minoan to Mycenaean times, alongside the significance of trade and cultural exchanges with the broader Mediterranean. Key archaeological findings illuminate Minoan cities' roles, connections, and the intricacies of their economic and power structures during the Bronze Age.
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