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Challenging Archaeological Paradigms
This chapter examines the friction between traditional archaeology and fringe theories regarding lost civilizations and ancient narratives. It highlights how alternative viewpoints can face significant resistance in academia, yet emphasize the importance of reevaluating historical accounts and indigenous insights. The discussion also covers the implications of recent archaeological discoveries that challenge established timelines, the extinction of megafauna, and broader myths of catastrophe in human history.