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The Spark of Ages: The Biological Engines of Civilization 1 The Spark of Ages - Part 1: The Four Engines of Human Progress 2 The Spark of Ages - Part 2: Shattering the Myths of Geography and Genetics 3 The Spark of Ages - Part 3: The Creative Response to Catastrophe 4 The Spark of Ages - Part 4: The Moral Awakening That Defined History ← Series Home The Maya (Tropical Architects): In the Americas, the Maya civilization defied environmental determinism by building sophisticated cities in the tropical environments of Guatemala and Honduras. Where theory suggested only primitive tribes could exist, the Maya developed complex calendars and unique writing systems, proving that the human capacity for order can flourish even in the dense jungle. ...

Key Takeaways Practical Over Theoretical: The Yasa addressed real problems of steppe life and imperial governance. Universal Application: The same basic laws applied from Korea to Poland. Harsh but Clear: Punishments were severe, but rules were understandable. Religious Neutrality: The Yasa protected all religions equally. Meritocratic Values: Law reinforced promotion by ability and collective responsibility. Every empire needs law. Armies can conquer; only law can govern. When Genghis Khan unified the Mongol tribes around 1206, he faced the challenge of binding diverse peoples under common rules. His solution was the Yasa (also spelled Jasagh) – a legal code that would govern the largest contiguous empire in history. ...