Heredity And Human Progress (1900)

By W Duncan McKim and William Duncan McKim

Book Overview

Heredity and Human Progress is a scientific book written by William Duncan McKim and published in 1900. The book delves into the concept of heredity and how it affects human progress. It explores the idea that traits and characteristics are passed down from one generation to another through genes and how this impacts the development of society.McKim discusses the various theories of heredity and how they have evolved over time. He also examines the role of environment in shaping human traits and behavior. The book covers topics such as evolution, genetics, eugenics and the impact of heredity on mental and physical health.The author argues that heredity plays a crucial role in shaping human progress and that understanding this concept is essential for the advancement of society. He also explores the ethical implications of eugenics and the dangers of using genetics to justify discrimination.Overall, Heredity and Human Progress is a comprehensive and thought-provoking book that provides insight into the complex relationship between genetics and human development. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the science of heredity and its impact on society.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: 1164668196
• ISBN13: 9781164668190
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"