The fact that one of humanity's oldest and longest-duration civilizations was, as far as we can tell, more or less egalitarian and devoid of any kings or high priests doesn't get nearly enough attention www.thecollector.com/indus-river-...

How the Indus Valley Built a Civilization Without Kings | TheCollectorThe Indus River Valley settlements were among the world’s first civilizations. Did they also exist in a state of equality?www.thecollector.com