Modern Eugenics for Men and Women

By M. Henry. Melendy, Mary R.; Frank, Mary R. & M. Henry Frank Melendy, M Henry Frank

"Modern Eugenics for Men and Women" serves as a detailed manual on the principles of health, heredity, and social improvement as understood in the early 20th century. Authors Mary R. Melendy and M. Henry Frank provide a comprehensive look into the eugenics movement, focusing on the practical application of social hygiene and the biological laws governing human development. The work explores the responsibilities of men and women in fostering a healthier society, covering topics such as marriage selection, prenatal influences, and the physical and moral upbringing of children.

This volume is a significant historical document that captures the scientific and social zeitgeist of 1928. It details the era's approach to the perceived improvement of human life through education, self-discipline, and a better understanding of the interplay between genetics and environment. For readers and scholars interested in the history of medicine, sociology, and the evolution of public health discourse, "Modern Eugenics for Men and Women" offers an illuminating glimpse into the theories that shaped early modern perspectives on family life and collective well-being.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1025843991
• ISBN13: 9781025843995
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 546 Pages
• Weight: 2.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.2" x 1.2" x 6.1"