The Forbidden Science: Uncovering Heredity, Evolution, Ancestry, Cognitive Disparities, Human Variation, and Adaptation in Population Intelligence (Skriuwer.com Edition) (Controversial Books) - Softcover

Auke De Haan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 3565067853 ISBN 13: 9783565067855

Publisher: de Fryske Wrald, 2025

Synopsis

The Forbidden Science examines the biological basis of human variation, drawing on genetics, evolutionary biology, and population studies to explore how ancestral adaptations have shaped differences in physical traits, disease susceptibility, and cognitive patterns across populations. The book presents its case from a scientific standpoint, tracing shared human origins in Africa and the divergent evolutionary paths that followed.

The book covers genetic principles including heritability, polygenic inheritance, and natural selection, applying them to documented differences in health outcomes and athletic performance. It addresses intelligence research, including group-level data and the longstanding debate over environmental versus biological factors, while also examining how educational policy and economic outcomes relate to these discussions. Personal accounts from researchers and families give the material a human dimension throughout.

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Reader review:"A rigorous and unsettling read. Whether or not you agree with its conclusions, the scientific framework is presented clearly and honestly." -- Daniel K.

This title suits collections in genetics, evolutionary biology, and social science, and will appeal to readers interested in the intersection of biology and public policy. Suitable for academic, specialist, and general non-fiction sections.

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About the Author

Hi, I'm Auke, a passionate advocate for the Frisian language with deep roots in Frisian culture. I grew up in this vibrant heritage and have dedicated myself to preserving our unique linguistic identity. It's spoken by about 500,000 people, mostly in Friesland, Netherlands. As a key contributor to Skriuwer.com, I work with others to create books that educate and inspire, helping ensure the Frisian language, recognized as an official language alongside Dutch, stays alive for future generations. My work comes from a strong belief in language as the foundation of history and belonging. I'm proud that proceeds from these books support nonprofit efforts like De Fryske Wrâld. Join me in sustaining this ancient European tongue. Let's keep Frisian thriving.

From the Back Cover

You know that feeling when something just does not add up. Billions are thrown at fixing gaps in smarts and success, but nothing really changes. This book digs into the raw science behind human variation that has been pushed aside. It lays out the facts on evolutionary psychology, cognitive differences, heritability of IQ, racial disparities in intelligence, population genetics, IQ testing history, and evolutionary biology without the fluff.

Why do people tick differently? This book answers that question straight up. It tackles cognitive differences and how they play out in real life. It breaks down heritability of IQ with insights from history's big debates. It spotlights population genetics and evolutionary biology. It unpacks racial disparities in intelligence with evidence that hits hard. James Watson, co discoverer of DNA, once said that all social policies are based on the assumption that African intelligence is the same as European intelligence, whereas all the testing suggests otherwise.

Tough topics, but worth it. This book does not preach. It presents solid information on evolutionary psychology, human evolution, and IQ testing history.

Edition details

• Publisher: de Fryske Wrald
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3565067853
• ISBN 13: 9783565067855
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 146