The First Civilizations is a fascinating guide to the history of humankind from the time of our eaarliest ancestors to the thriving civilizations of the fifth century BCE. The volume begins with overview maps that chart the shifting pattern of human settlement and the rise and fall of states, also reviewing the role played by such innovations as agriculture, metallurgy, and literacy.
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