ISBN: 9780217006668

I propose to show in this book that a man's natural abilities are derived by inheritance, under exactly the same limitations as are the form and physical features of the whole organic wor… Meer...

I propose to show in this book that a man's natural abilities are derived by inheritance, under exactly the same limitations as are the form and physical features of the whole organic world. Consequently, as it is easy, notwithstanding those limitations, to obtain by careful selection a permanent breed of dogs or horses gifted with peculiar powers of running, or of doing anything else, so it would be quite practicable to produce a highly-gifted race of men by judicious I propose to show in this book that a man's natural abilities are derived by inheritance, under exactly the same limitations as are the form and physical features of the whole organic world. Consequently, as it is easy, notwithstanding those limitations, to obtain by careful selection a permanent breed of dogs or horses gifted with peculiar powers of running, or of doing anything else, so it would be quite practicable to produce a highly-gifted race of men by judicious marriages during several consecutive generations." -Introductory ChapterA cousin of Charles Darwin, Francis Galton (1822-1911) was so impressed by Darwin's On the Origin of Species that he decided to investigate in detail the implications of inheritance and evolution for the development of outstanding human abilities. By "hereditary genius" Galton meant, "an ability that was exceptionally high and at the same time inborn," and he argued that in the debate over "nature versus nurture" (an expression that he coined) nature always prevails. In 1869, he published this, his first, book on the topic, presenting a good deal of evidence showing that exceptional ability often ran in families. In separate chapters devoted to outstanding professionals ranging from English judges to "wrestlers of the North Country," Galton pointed out that most of these high achievers had relatives who also displayed notable abilities. Based on this statistical sampling, he concluded that eminence in any field was due to hereditary factors. Many greeted these results with skepticism, but Charles Darwin expressed his admiration for Galton's results and later cited his work in The Descent of Man. Galton went on to use this initial research as the basis for a new field, which he called "eugenics," the aim of which was "the betterment of the human race" through "appropriate marriages or abstention from marriage." Although Galton's ideas Books, Psychology~~Cognitive Psychology & Cognition, Hereditary-Genius-An-Inquiry-Into-Its-Laws-and-Consequences~~Francis-Galton, 999999999, Hereditary Genius; An Inquiry Into Its Laws and Consequences, Francis Galton, 0217006663, General Books LLC, , , , , General Books LLC<

ISBN: 9780217006668

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustra… Meer...

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1884 edition. Excerpt: ...writer on Indian affairs. Sir Philip Meadows, one of the Latin Secretaries under the Commonwealth. Dr. John Taylor, author of Hebrew Concordance, &c. X = Dan. Dau. = David Mmtmeau 1 1 X X: Or.-son (3)Gr.-sons. (a) 1 5 sons.1 = Dr. Reeve. Sa1 Dau.= (I)author a Philip M. X Distinguished surgeon. Henry Reeve, Editor of Edinb. Review. Harriet M. author and tram. Theology and mar.. Austen-philosophy. Lady Dull Gordon. Letters from Egypt, &c. Rev. James M. Unitarian writei and preacher. Taylors of Ongar. This family is remarkable from the universality with which its members have been pervaded with Charles Taylor, A learned recluse, editor of Calmet''s Bible.Rev. Isaac Taylor, = author of Scenes in Europe, &c.; educated as an engraver, and far surpassed his father in ability.= Ann Martyn, author of The Family Mansion. Josiah Taylor, eminent publisher of architectural works, and made a large fortune. 1 Anna joi Or nd Jane Taylor, 1t authors of ginal Poems. ar. Rev. Joseph Gilbert.Isaac auth Natura of Enthaylor, Martyn or of 1 History usiasm.Taylor. Jeffreys Taylor, author of Ralph Richards, Young Islanders, &c. Ann w Isaac Taylor, came to London with an artist''s ambition, and became a reputable engraver. Josiah Gilbert, Rev. Isaac Taylor, Helen Taylor, author of author of Words author of The Dolomite and Places, and of Sabbath Mountains. The Family Pen. Belli. a restless literary talent, evangelical disposition, and an artistic taste. The type seems to be a very decided one, and to be accompanied with constitutional vigour; thus Mrs. Gilbert died a short time since at the advanced age of 84. None of its members have attained the highest rank among authors, but several are considerably above the average. The accompanying... Sir Francis Galton, Books, Health and Well Being, Hereditary Genius; An Inquiry Into Its Laws And Consequences Books>Health and Well Being, General Books LLC<

ISBN: 0217006663

[EAN: 9780217006668], Neubuch, Paperback. This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) fro… Meer...

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ISBN: 9780217006668

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