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The book delves into the complex aftermath of the 1954 Brown v. Board of Education ruling, exploring the intertwined debates on race, class, and intelligence that emerged over decades. Michael E. Staub analyzes neuropsychological studies from the period leading up to the contentious 1994 publication of The Bell Curve, revealing how these discussions shaped contemporary perceptions of race and intelligence. Through this investigation, the book offers critical insights into the evolving discourse surrounding these pivotal social issues.
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The Mismeasure of Minds, Michael E. Staub
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- 2021
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- Title
- The Mismeasure of Minds
- Subtitle
- Debating Race and Intelligence between Brown and The Bell Curve
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Michael E. Staub
- Publisher
- 2021
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 232
- ISBN13
- 9781469668819
- Category
- Maps and Travel, Ethnography
- Description
- The book delves into the complex aftermath of the 1954 Brown v. Board of Education ruling, exploring the intertwined debates on race, class, and intelligence that emerged over decades. Michael E. Staub analyzes neuropsychological studies from the period leading up to the contentious 1994 publication of The Bell Curve, revealing how these discussions shaped contemporary perceptions of race and intelligence. Through this investigation, the book offers critical insights into the evolving discourse surrounding these pivotal social issues.