
Using the latest in archaeology, anthropology and genetics, this series tells the story of where the modern world began. Incorporating studies of artifacts, renowned sites of archaeological interest and interviews with leading experts, it moves around the geographic zones of the world, exploring how and why civilization first sparked into life.
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See AllExplore the splendor of the Indus Valley civilization.
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Archaeologist Jeff Rose examines the history of a petroglyph in Oman.
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The merchant’s seal was a guarantee of quality goods.
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Humans are social creatures. Evolutionary Psychologist Michael Muthukrishna explains.
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Explore the rise of inequality and threat of dictatorship.
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In Ancient Egypt, at the site of Nekhen, kings were recognized as living gods.
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Nabta Playa became a religious monument where people could gather and worship.
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Explore how rituals bring people together.
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