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The narrative reveals the harrowing history of an immigrant family, focusing on the matriarch who faced imprisonment and forced sterilization due to the eugenics movement. Through meticulous research, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist John Erickson sheds light on this dark chapter of history, exploring themes of injustice and resilience. The book not only tells a personal story but also critiques the broader societal implications of eugenics and its impact on marginalized communities.
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When Mortals Play God, John Erickson
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- Released
- 2022
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- Title
- When Mortals Play God
- Subtitle
- Eugenics and One Family's Story of Tragedy, Loss, and Perseverance
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John Erickson
- Publisher
- RLPG/Galleys
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 224
- ISBN13
- 9781538166697
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Maps & Travel, History
- Description
- The narrative reveals the harrowing history of an immigrant family, focusing on the matriarch who faced imprisonment and forced sterilization due to the eugenics movement. Through meticulous research, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist John Erickson sheds light on this dark chapter of history, exploring themes of injustice and resilience. The book not only tells a personal story but also critiques the broader societal implications of eugenics and its impact on marginalized communities.