ISBN: 9791041985463 - The Fertility of the Unfit: The Challenge of Population Control and the Role of Moral Restraint (11 results)

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. THE FERTILITY OF THE UNFIT | The Challenge of Population Control and the Role of Moral Restraint | William Allan Chapple | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2024 | Culturea | EAN 9791041985463 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: preigu GmbH & Co. KG, Lengericher Landstr. 19, 49078 Osnabrück, mail[at]preigu[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu. …

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -'The Fertility of the Unfit' is a book written by William Allan Chapple. Published in 1903, the book reflects the eugenics movement that gained prominence during the early 20th century. Eugenics was a controversial social and scientific movement that aimed to improve the genetic quality of the human population through selective breeding and sterilization.In 'The Fertility of the Unfit,' Chapple likely explores and discusses the theories and ideas related to eugenics. The term 'unfit' in this context often referred to individuals considered less desirable from a eugenic perspective, including those with perceived physical or mental disabilities.It's important to note that the ideas and practices associated with eugenics have been widely discredited and condemned due to their unethical and discriminatory nature. The eugenics movement has been criticized for promoting harmful and discriminatory policies, including forced sterilization and other forms of reproductive control. Understanding historical perspectives on eugenics can provide insights into the ethical challenges associated with scientific and social movements of the past. 94 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - 'The Fertility of the Unfit' by William Allan Chapple addresses the pressing issue of population control, focusing on the declining birth rates in civilized nations and the implications for societal evolution. Chapple builds on the foundational work of Malthus, who identified vice, misery, and moral restraint as checks on population growth. Chapple argues that the modern decline in birth rates is primarily due to the voluntary limitation of family size by those most capable of self-restraint, driven by economic and social considerations. This trend is juxtaposed with the continued high fertility rates among the less fit, including criminals, the impoverished, and those with mental and physical defects, who often lack the same level of self-control and foresight. Chapple suggests that this imbalance poses a significant threat to societal progress, as the proportion of unfit individuals increases relative to the fit. He explores the ethical and practical implications of this demographic shift, advocating for state intervention to prevent the propagation of the unfit while encouraging the fit to reproduce. The book delves into historical perspectives on population control, the role of biological and economic factors, and the potential for surgical interventions to address the issue. Chapple's work calls for a reevaluation of societal values and policies to ensure the future well-being of the human race.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -'The Fertility of the Unfit' by William Allan Chapple addresses the pressing issue of population control, focusing on the declining birth rates in civilized nations and the implications for societal evolution. Chapple builds on the foundational work of Malthus, who identified vice, misery, and moral restraint as checks on population growth. Chapple argues that the modern decline in birth rates is primarily due to the voluntary limitation of family size by those most capable of self-restraint, driven by economic and social considerations. This trend is juxtaposed with the continued high fertility rates among the less fit, including criminals, the impoverished, and those with mental and physical defects, who often lack the same level of self-control and foresight. Chapple suggests that this imbalance poses a significant threat to societal progress, as the proportion of unfit individuals increases relative to the fit. He explores the ethical and practical implications of this demographic shift, advocating for state intervention to prevent the propagation of the unfit while encouraging the fit to reproduce. The book delves into historical perspectives on population control, the role of biological and economic factors, and the potential for surgical interventions to address the issue. Chapple's work calls for a reevaluation of societal values and policies to ensure the future well-being of the human race.Books on Demand GmbH, Überseering 33, 22297 Hamburg 94 pp. Englisch.…