I just recently changed my profile descriptor. It used to say "Research driven stories about sex, politics, relationships, and power." I also write erotica both on Medium and through a publisher. If that isn't your jam, simply ignore it.

Cities did not necessarily lead to patriarchy. The ancient city of Catalhoyuk had about 10K inhabitants at it's apex, and lasted over 2 thousand years with enforced egalitarianism.

Çatalhöyük — Ancient Land Of Peace And Egalitarianism

Edit: and yes, I have read Ishmael