Degeneracy: Its Causes, Signs and Results by Eugene S. Talbot
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| Author | Talbot, Eugene S. (Eugene Solomon), 1847-1924 |
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| Title | Degeneracy: Its Causes, Signs and Results |
| Note | Reading ease score: 52.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Degeneracy: Its Causes, Signs, and Results" by Eugene S. Talbot is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the concept of degeneracy, exploring its causes and manifestations in both physical and psychological realms. The author presents a comprehensive examination of hereditary issues, societal implications, and the physiological aspects of degeneracy, aimed at educators and parents. At the start of the text, Talbot introduces the historical context of degeneracy, tracing its roots from ancient beliefs to modern scientific inquiry. He critiques various cultural perceptions regarding deformed individuals, framing them within the broader discourse on hereditary traits and societal progress. The opening chapters outline the foundational principles behind the concept of degeneracy, emphasizing the interplay between hereditary conditions and societal factors, while previewing a more detailed exploration of its signs and implications in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare |
| LoC Class | QM: Science: Human anatomy |
| Subject | Abnormalities, Human |
| Subject | Heredity, Human |
| Subject | Degeneration |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 36003 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 145 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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