Gould, S J
The Mismeasure of Man
- ISBN 13:
- 9780393314250
- author:
- Gould, S J
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- W. W. Norton & Company
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1996
- Pages:
- 444
- Dimensions:
- 13.97 x 2.03 x 21.08 centimetres
- Genre:
- Intelligence
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Stephen Jay Gould's Mismeasure of Man is a seminal work that challenges the notion of innate limits in biology and destiny. First published in 1981, this groundbreaking book was hailed as a masterwork, offering a powerful refutation to those who would classify people based on supposed genetic gifts and limits. In this revised and expanded edition, Dr. Gould has added a substantial new introduction, providing insight into the book's origins and the subsequent controversy surrounding innateness. He also includes five essays that delve deeper into questions of The Bell Curve, race, racism, and biological determinism. These additions strengthen the book's argument, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the intersection of science, philosophy, and social commentary. By effectively anticipating and undermining the arguments presented in The Bell Curve, Dr. Gould offers a compelling critique of pseudo-biological explanations for societal issues. This thought-provoking work is a major contribution to the ongoing debate on innateness and its implications for our understanding of human nature.
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