Looks at early societies in Africa and Polynesia, traces the development of chieftains and kings, and examines the nature of cruelty, tyranny, and justice
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Citing the early cultures of Buganda, Tahiti and Hawaii, Sagan asserts that social scientists have overlooked a stage in historical development that lies between tribal organization and the archaic kingdom or feudalism. This is "a controversial, fascinating study," PW observed.
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