The Essential Nile
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Many features of civilization have evolved over time to become what one
commonly thinks of as "civilized society." The development of government and
writing in the classical civilization of Egypt can be credited to the
reliability of the Nile River. The Nile was a source of unification and
centr ....
Middle of paper
.... grew abundantly and allowed for the
facilitation and development of surpluses.
Beginning about 5000 B.C.E., farming had already been instituted along
the banks of the Nile. But it wasn't until later (3200 B.C.E.) that real
agricultural advances occurred. Encouraged by the stability of their farming,
the Egyptians were able to develop surpluses in the area. This abundance (which
allowed for the evolution and advancement of culture because it encouraged more
people to specialize in craft ....
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