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"Genetics and Eugenics" is a foundational text in the field of biological sciences, exploring the mechanisms of heredity and their implications for the future of humanity. Written by W. E. Castle, a pioneering figure in mammalian genetics, this work synthesizes the revolutionary discoveries of Mendelian genetics with the then-emerging field of eugenics.

The book provides a detailed examination of how traits are passed through generations in plants, animals, and humans, offering a comprehensive overview of early 20th-century genetic research. Through rigorous analysis, Castle addresses the scientific basis of variation, selection, and the potential for directing human evolution through social and biological interventions. This volume serves as both a significant historical document and an insightful study of the intersection between hard science and social theory.

Readers will find in-depth discussions on chromosome theory, hybridization, and the biological underpinnings of social progress. "Genetics and Eugenics" remains an essential resource for those interested in the history of science, the development of genetic theory, and the ethical complexities of early eugenic thought.

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• Celý názov: Genetics and Eugenics
• Autor: W. E. Castle
• Jazyk: Angličtina
• Väzba: Pevná
• Počet strán: 572
• EAN: 9781025675275
• ISBN: 1025675274
• ID: 52766218
• Nakladateľ: Tradd Street Press
• Hmotnosť: 973 g
• Rozmery: 234 × 156 × 32 mm
• Dátum vydania: 14. February 2026

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