#443 – Gregory Aldrete: The Roman Empire – Rise and Fall of Ancient Rome
Lex Fridman Podcast
Exploring the Stark Realities of Childhood Mortality in Ancient Civilizations
This chapter examines the critical contrasts between ancient civilizations and modern society, focusing on social structures and the impact of high childhood mortality rates. It highlights how the constant threat of loss influenced the emotions and social dynamics of people in the past.
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