Applied Eugenics
This book examines the integration of biological principles and sociological practices within the field of eugenics. It outlines a framework for social, legal, and economic adjustments intended to influence human reproduction based on inherited characteristics and societal contributions.
License
Public Domain
Originally published
1918
Latest release
Oct 11, 2026
Pages
748
Format
6 × 9 in (152 × 229 mm)
Book type
Paperback nonfiction
Table of Contents
- Preface
- List of Illustrations
- Introduction
- Chapter I: Nature or Nurture?
- Chapter II. Modification of the Germ-Plasm
- Chapter III: Differences Among Men
- CHAPTER IV. THE INHERITANCE OF MENTAL CAPACITIES
- Chapter V: The Laws of Heredity
- Chapter VI. Natural Selection
- Chapter VII. Origin and Growth of the Eugenics Movement
- Chapter VIII. Desirability of Restrictive Eugenics
- CHAPTER IX. THE DYSGENIC CLASSES
- Chapter X: Methods of Restriction
- CHAPTER XI. THE IMPROVEMENT OF SEXUAL SELECTION
- CHAPTER XII. INCREASING THE MARRIAGE RATE OF THE SUPERIOR
- Chapter XIII. Increase of the Birth-Rate of the Superior
- The Essence of Mendelism
- Bibliography
- Glossary
- Index
- Notes