First published 2021
Renowned thinkers Graeber and Wengrow overturn the dominant narratives of our past, revealing a story far more complex and interesting than the familiar tale of our ancestors' inevitable march toward civilization. Diving into cutting-edge archaeology and anthropology, they uncover startling evidence that challenges our most fundamental assumptions about social evolution, from the development of agriculture to the origins of the state. The Dawn of Everything offers a bold new vision, inviting us to reimagine human history and unlock new possibilities for the future.
Genres: history, social-science, sociology, archaeology, anthropology, non-fiction
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: challenging-assumptions, reimagining-the-past
720 pages · Paperback · Picador Paper