HEREDITY AND THE NATURE OF MAN

by Theodosius Dobzhansky ‧ RELEASE DATE: Oct. 21, 1964

Not the usual ""survey,"" this book by a noted scientist at the Rockefeller Institute discusses what is known about The Nature of Heredity, The Variety of Human Natures, Race and The Genetic Load and Radiation Hazard. Broadly oriented, he shows the facts of science as they are used to ameliorate human problems and advance man's understanding of himself without the distortion of partisan arguments. Thus the demonstration of the ""natural veriety"" in human beings, caused by the complexities of heredity and environment, as well as the still unsettled questions of the classification of the races where the most significant differences are yet to be fully determined. Many important principles of natural selection and genetics are articulated, among them those which govern the creation of diversity in Man. Dr. Dobzhansky is a man of hope, so his words, opinions and the facts he presents have a special meaning for our times. Belongs in all biology collections.

Pub Date: Oct. 21, 1964

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: -

Publisher: arcourt, Brace & World

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Kirkus Reviews Issue: Oct. 1, 1964

Categories: NONFICTION