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.
A new understanding of human history and the roots of inequality | David Wengrow | TED Talks Society and Culture podcast - Listen or read transcript on Metacast
