War Before Civilization

In War Before Civilization, Lawrence Keeley challenges the long-held belief that prehistoric warfare was infrequent and harmless, arguing instead that it was more deadly and frequent than modern conflicts. Drawing on extensive archaeological and historical research, Keeley compares warfare across various societies, revealing how primitive societies were not isolated from violence but were engaged in brutal and frequent conflict long before modern civilization emerged. This thought-provoking audiobook dismantles comforting myths surrounding primitive life and redefines our understanding of human aggression.