The Rise of Civilization

1. Perspectives On The Past -- 2. The Environmental Background: Nature Sets The Stage -- 3. Cultural Background: Prologue To The Drama -- 4. The Origins Of Agriculture: A Giant Step For Humankind -- 5. First Village Farmers: The Silent Revolution -- 6. Development Of The Village Economy: The Process Becomes Irreversible -- 7. The Origins Of Urban Society: In Search Of Utopia -- 8. First Strides Toward Urbanism: The Emergent City -- 9. The Rise Of Politics And State Society: King Of The Four Quarters. Charles L. Redman. Includes Index. Bibliography: P. [325]-359.