Transmission; or, Variation of Character Through the Mother by Kirby
"Transmission; or, Variation of Character Through the Mother" by Georgiana B. Kirby is a scientific publication written during the late 19th century. This work delves into the profound idea that a mother's physical and emotional state during pregnancy significantly influences the character and attributes of her unborn children. Kirby presents a compelling argument about the responsibilities of mothers in shaping the future of their children and, consequently, the race as a whole.
The book scrutinizes various factors such as maternal health, emotional well-being, and the social environment that interact during fetal development. Through anecdotal evidence and speculation, Kirby illustrates how various maternal conditions—ranging from overexertion to emotional distress—can result in wide-ranging physical and mental traits in children. For instance, she emphasizes the importance of a harmonious marital relationship and warns against the dangers of maternal anxiety and discontent while pregnant. Kirby further explores themes of education, moral character, and societal influences, asserting that motherhood is a pivotal force in determining the quality and potential of future generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Kirby, Georgiana Bruce, 1818-1887 |
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| Title | Transmission; or, Variation of Character Through the Mother |
| Credits |
Produced by Donald Cummings, Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis |
| Subject | Heredity, Human |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55680 |
| Release Date | Oct 5, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 355 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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