the cradle of civilization
deserves a special mention
a unique and self-contained culture
ancient monuments have been preserved
artefacts
a source of wonder
the soil very rich with silt
silt
sails and ropes
allowed them to make their diet more varied
had a lasting influence
heel
dipped him in the water
to protect from deadly wounds
warriors
keen politicians
elders
expanded their power
the gulf between the rich and the poor
gave rise
civil wars
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