A new understanding of human history and the roots of inequality | David Wengrow
A new understanding of human history and the roots of inequality | David Wengrow
TED Talks Society and Culture · David Wengrow
July 22, 202217m 24s
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Show Notes
What if the commonly accepted narratives about the foundation of civilization are all wrong? Drawing on groundbreaking research, archaeologist David Wengrow challenges traditional thinking about the social evolution of humanity -- from the invention of agriculture to the formation of cities and class systems -- and explains how rethinking history can radically change our perspective on inequality and modern life.
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