
Eugenics: A Very Short Introduction
von
Philippa Levine
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Action & Adventure
Science & Technology
History
Format
Taschenbuch
Seiten
168
Sprache
Englisch
Veröffentlicht
Jan 2, 2017
Verlag
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10
0199385904
ISBN-13
9780199385904
Beschreibung
Eugenics emerges as a complex and often controversial subject rooted in the ideas of Francis Galton, who sought to influence human evolution through selective breeding. As readers journey through this exploration, they encounter the historical context in which eugenics was conceived and its complicated legacy. The author expertly unravels the scientific, ethical, and social implications that surrounded this powerful ideology.
Delving deeper, the narrative reveals how eugenics intertwined with movements for social improvement, public health, and even policies of sterilization. It invites readers to critically assess the impact these ideas had on societies across the globe, often leading to dark and troubling consequences.
With clear and engaging prose, the book challenges readers to confront the ethical dilemmas posed by eugenics, prompting reflection on contemporary implications in genetics and society. It serves as a thought-provoking reminder of the human pursuit of progress gone awry, and the moral responsibilities that accompany scientific advancement.
Delving deeper, the narrative reveals how eugenics intertwined with movements for social improvement, public health, and even policies of sterilization. It invites readers to critically assess the impact these ideas had on societies across the globe, often leading to dark and troubling consequences.
With clear and engaging prose, the book challenges readers to confront the ethical dilemmas posed by eugenics, prompting reflection on contemporary implications in genetics and society. It serves as a thought-provoking reminder of the human pursuit of progress gone awry, and the moral responsibilities that accompany scientific advancement.
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