The hidden paradox of human history -- The new view of human nature -- A sentient interpretation of biological evolution -- Becoming human -- Rethinking the meaning of the human journey -- The ancient theological brain and patriarchal economy -- Cosmopolitan Rome and the rise of urban...

In this chapter, I consider the benefits of viewing history through an evolutionary lens. In recent decades, a field of research has emerged, which builds on foundations from biological evolution to study culture within an evolutionary framework. I begin the chapter by discussing the theory...