The Dawn of Everything. Book Summary

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David Graeber and David Wengrow

What’s inside

In ‘The Dawn of Everything: A New History of Humanity,’ authors David Graeber and David Wengrow challenge conventional wisdom about human history, questioning long-held beliefs and assumptions about inequality, social structure, and the nature of political power.

You’ll Learn

  • Gain a fresh perspective on human history
  • Learn about the origins of social inequality
  • Expand knowledge on prehistoric societies
  • Rethink commonly accepted historical narratives

Key Points

  • Questioning accepted beliefs about human history
  • Reconceptualizing inequality and social structure
  • Exploring the nature of political power
  • Examining prehistoric societies
  • Challenging the ‘agricultural revolution’ narrative
  • Rethinking civilization’s development
  • Reassessing the origins of social inequality

Who’s it For

  • History buffs
  • Anthropology students
  • People interested in human civilization
  • Readers looking for innovative perspectives on society

About the author

David Graeber was an anthropologist, anarchist and author known for his books on economic theory. David Wengrow is a Professor of Comparative Archaeology at University College London, known for his unconventional perspectives on historical anthropology.