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The application of the great laws of nature to the explanation of the history of the human race is one of the fascinating phases of science. In the study of the evolutionary processes of the organic world that has followed Darwin it has been generally as sumed that the laws which govern the rest of the animal world have also governed the evolution of mankind. That man holds a unique position in nature has been generally recognized; and some times this idea has been so prominent in the minds of scientists, as well as other classes of think ers, as to lead to the assumption that the develop ment of man has been a thing apart from the rest of the living world and due to some special stimulus. Most generally, however, it has been silently as sumed that mankind has been developed under the same kind of laws and forces that have been con cerned in the formation of the lower orders of nature. One of the more recent phases of this belief has found expression in the great interest taken in the modern study of eugenics; for this school is based upon the laws of inheritance as they have been determined by the study of the lower orders of nature which have then been applied to man.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intriguing realm of human evolution, exploring the forces that have shaped our species and set us apart from the rest of the animal kingdom. Challenging the prevailing assumption that human development mirrors that of other animals, the author proposes a distinct set of laws governing human social evolution. Emerging from a period of scientific inquiry that solidified the theory of organic evolution, this book delves deeper, examining the limitations of applying purely biological principles to the complexities of human society. While acknowledging the role of genetics and inheritance, the author introduces the concept of "social heredity" as a powerful force shaping human progress. This form of inheritance encompasses the transmission of knowledge, culture, customs, and accumulated wealth across generations, forming the bedrock of civilization. Through a thought-provoking analysis of language, morality, governance, and accumulated knowledge, the book sheds light on the unique attributes that define our humanity. By recognizing the profound impact of social heredity, we gain a deeper understanding of the mechanisms driving human evolution and a renewed sense of agency in shaping the future of our species. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333801458_0
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