Was life better in hunter-gatherer times?

Was life better in hunter-gatherer times? I compare pre-agriculture quality of life with today, examining hunter-gatherer health vs modern, height and nutrition, infant and child mortality, violence and disease. My tentative view is that today’s developed countries generally offer higher quality of life.

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Rolly's Take

This blog resonates deeply with those who find themselves pondering the intricacies of human progress and the narratives we construct around it. It speaks to a reflective mind, one that seeks to unravel the complexities of our past before rushing to celebrate the conveniences of the present. Here, the reader is invited to engage in a nuanced exploration of quality of life, where assumptions are challenged and the allure of a romanticized past is weighed against empirical evidence. It's a space for the intellectually curious, those who appreciate the subtle dance between history and modernity, and who seek not just answers, but a deeper understanding of the human experience.