Being Well Born: An Introduction to Heredity and Eugenics

By Michael Frederic Guyer

Book Overview

""Being Well Born"" is a comprehensive introductory book on the topics of heredity and eugenics, written by Michael F. Guyer. The book explores the science behind how traits are passed down from generation to generation, and how this knowledge can be applied to improve the genetic makeup of future generations. It also delves into the controversial field of eugenics, examining the history of the movement and its ethical implications. The author provides a balanced perspective on the benefits and drawbacks of eugenics, and encourages readers to consider the complex issues surrounding the topic. Overall, ""Being Well Born"" is a thought-provoking and informative read for anyone interested in genetics, biology, or social issues.1916. In this work, it is intended to examine the natural endowment of the child. Since full comprehension of it requires some understanding of the nature of the physical mechanism by which hereditary traits are handed on from generation to generation, a small amount of space is given to this phase. Then, that the reader may appreciate to their fullest extent the facts gathered concerning man, a review of the more significant principles of genetics as revealed through experiments in breeding plants and animals has been undertaken. The main applications of these principles to man is pointed out in a general discussion of human heredity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162611812
• ISBN13: 9781162611815
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 528 Pages
• Weight: 2.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"