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Exploring the intersection of anthropology and Darwinian theory, the book presents Galton's arguments for hereditary genius, influenced by his cousin Charles Darwin. It categorizes individuals based on reputation and innate abilities, examining various groups such as statesmen, artists, and scientists. The text also discusses the impact of social status on natural talent and compares the abilities of different races. This volume serves as a foundational work in the controversial field of eugenics, reflecting Galton's belief in the importance of heredity in shaping human potential.
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Hereditary Genius an Inquiry into Its Laws and Consequences (LARGE PRINT EDITION), Francis Galton
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- Released
- 2011
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- Title
- Hereditary Genius an Inquiry into Its Laws and Consequences (LARGE PRINT EDITION)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Francis Galton
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Released
- 2011
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 402
- ISBN13
- 9781169851191
- Description
- Exploring the intersection of anthropology and Darwinian theory, the book presents Galton's arguments for hereditary genius, influenced by his cousin Charles Darwin. It categorizes individuals based on reputation and innate abilities, examining various groups such as statesmen, artists, and scientists. The text also discusses the impact of social status on natural talent and compares the abilities of different races. This volume serves as a foundational work in the controversial field of eugenics, reflecting Galton's belief in the importance of heredity in shaping human potential.