The Agricultural Revolution
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“Taking Root: Ibn Bassal – Graphic Biography”
Ibn Bassal was a scholar and expert botanist in Al-Andalus. He developed and spread techniques that transformed agriculture throughout Afro-Eurasia.
The Agricultural Revolution
Introduction to Agrarian Societies
The shift to farming led to the development of cities and states in some regions. These societies developed similar structures and strategies, but there were variations.
Farming and the State
The First Farmers in Africa, the Cradle of Humanity
Because humans first emerged as foragers in Africa, Africans perfected foraging for a long time before they started farming.
The Transition to Farming: Differing Perspectives
Farming was adopted in many places, but there’s a fierce debate on how and why it happened and whether it was a good thing.
The Eloquent Peasant (Graphic Biography)
A peasant named Khunanup set out to trade his goods, but his passage was blocked by an official who stole his belongings, leading Khunanup to appeal to the Pharaoh.
Comparison – Life in the Neolithic and Today
The Neolithic Age seems like a long time ago. Surely life was different then? Explore the similarities and differences in this introduction to the Comparison Tool.
Making Claims – Foraging vs Farming
We talk a lot about testing claims in this course, but you also need to learn how to make claims. Oh, and don’t forget the evidence!