Foragers, Farmers, and Fossil Fuels by Ian Morris

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Have you ever wondered why our modern values of equality and human rights seem so different from the hierarchical, often brutal systems of the past? The answer, according to Ian Morris’s groundbreaking book, isn't a simple story of moral progress—it's about energy. This audiobook summary unlocks the powerful thesis at the heart of Foragers, Farmers, and Fossil Fuels. Discover how to grasp the core insights in just 15 minutes. This audio distills the essential lessons from the original book, cutting out the fluff and saving you hours. Journey through 20,000 years of human history as Morris reveals how societies’ values are shaped by their primary mode of energy capture. You’ll learn why hunter-gatherer foragers prized equality but tolerated high levels of violence; why the agricultural revolution made kings, patriarchy, and steep hierarchies seem natural and just; and why our fossil-fuel world demands democracy and individual rights. The book explains these shifts as a process of cultural evolution, where the values that best suit a society’s material needs tend to prevail over time. If you’ve read the book before, it’s a great way to reinforce what matters most. This clear, concise analysis provides a new lens for understanding history, current global conflicts, and the potential futures facing humanity. This version delivers all the practical takeaways you need to put into action right away, equipping you with a powerful framework for interpreting the world. Duration - 16m. Author - Legacy Audiobooks. Narrator - Digital Voice Roger E. Published Date - Tuesday, 14 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Pendleton Row Publishing LLC ©.

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English