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Applied Eugenics

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.

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Public Domain
Originally published
1918
Latest release
Oct 12, 2026
Pages
748
Format
6 × 9 in (152 × 229 mm)
Book type
Paperback nonfiction
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Table of Contents

  1. Preface
  2. List of Illustrations
  3. Introduction
  4. Chapter I: Nature or Nurture?
  5. Chapter II. Modification of the Germ-Plasm
  6. Chapter III: Differences Among Men
  7. CHAPTER IV. THE INHERITANCE OF MENTAL CAPACITIES
  8. Chapter V: The Laws of Heredity
  9. Chapter VI. Natural Selection
  10. Chapter VII. Origin and Growth of the Eugenics Movement
  11. Chapter VIII. Desirability of Restrictive Eugenics
  12. CHAPTER IX. THE DYSGENIC CLASSES
  13. Chapter X: Methods of Restriction
  14. CHAPTER XI. THE IMPROVEMENT OF SEXUAL SELECTION
  15. CHAPTER XII. INCREASING THE MARRIAGE RATE OF THE SUPERIOR
  16. Chapter XIII. Increase of the Birth-Rate of the Superior
  17. The Essence of Mendelism
  18. Bibliography
  19. Glossary
  20. Index
  21. Notes