World Prehistory

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Three hours lecture per week Traces the relationship between the physical geography and the development of ancient civilizations throughout the world, beginning 15,000 years ago and ending with the rise of feudalism in Europe and Japan. Discusses the change from hunting and gathering groups to sedentary agriculturalists and pastoralists, that gave rise to later complex social and political organizations. Examines art, architecture, science, religion, economy, and social and political systems.