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Classical civilisation, martin bernal argues, has deep roots in afro asiatic cultures. Could greek philosophy be rooted in egyptian thought. This longawaited third and final volume of the series is concerned with the linguistic evidence that contradicts the aryan model of ancient greece. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The afroasiatic roots of classical civilization the fabrication of ancient greece 17851985, volume 1 paperback 1987. Classical civilization he argues, has deep roots in afroasiatic cultures.
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