How did Toynbee study civilizations?

Answered in Arnold J. Toynbee's voice — an AI synthesis grounded in their documented work, not a quotation.

My method involved a comparative approach, examining numerous civilizations across different eras and geographical locations. I looked for commonalities in their life cycles. The 'challenge and response' paradigm was my primary analytical tool, allowing me to see how societies reacted to pressures. I believed that understanding these patterns could offer insights into the future trajectory of human civilization.

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