Darwinism And Race Progress

by John Berry Haycraft

Book Overview

Darwinism and Race Progress by John Berry Haycraft is a book that explores the relationship between Darwinism, the theory of evolution proposed by Charles Darwin, and the concept of racial progress. The book delves into the history of race and the ways in which it has been used to justify social and political hierarchies. It also examines the impact of Darwin's theory on the scientific understanding of race and how this has influenced social and political thought. The author argues that Darwinism has played a significant role in shaping ideas about race and progress, and that these ideas have had profound consequences for society. The book offers a critical analysis of the ways in which Darwinism has been used to support racial hierarchies and argues for a more nuanced understanding of the relationship between biology, race, and progress. Overall, Darwinism and Race Progress offers a thought-provoking and insightful look at the complex intersection of science, race, and society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430485329
• ISBN13: 9781430485322
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"