Why Did Ancient Civilizations Fail?
Johnson, Scott A J![Why Did Ancient Civilizations Fail?](https://support.digitalhusky.com/media/annotations/sorted/182/18277050/CHSBZCOP0318277050.jpg)
This engaging volume critically examines previous theories of collapse of ancient complex societies and offers a new one, that of social hubris. The concept is evaluated through examination of ancient Egypt, Rome, Maya, and others.