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The book examines the relationship between late-19th-century university composite class portraits and the emerging field of Eugenics, highlighting its origins at Harvard University. It delves into how these portraits reflect societal attitudes and the implications of Eugenics during that era, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of education, identity, and scientific thought in American history.
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Eugenics, 'Aristogenics', Photography, Kris Belden-Adams
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- Released
- 2020
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- Title
- Eugenics, 'Aristogenics', Photography
- Subtitle
- Picturing Privilege
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Kris Belden-Adams
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Academic
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 256
- ISBN13
- 9781350132351
- Category
- Art / Culture, Photo publications
- Description
- The book examines the relationship between late-19th-century university composite class portraits and the emerging field of Eugenics, highlighting its origins at Harvard University. It delves into how these portraits reflect societal attitudes and the implications of Eugenics during that era, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of education, identity, and scientific thought in American history.