The Next Age of Man

von Albert Edward Wiggan

432 Seiten, Hardcover

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

"The Next Age of Man" explores the profound intersection of biology, heredity, and the future trajectory of the human race. Written by Albert Edward Wiggam, this work delves into the early 20th-century scientific movement focused on human improvement through the application of biological laws. Wiggam argues that the next stage of human evolution will be driven not just by natural selection, but by conscious human intervention and a deeper understanding of genetics.The book examines the social and ethical implications of eugenics, positioning it as a tool for societal advancement and the enhancement of human capacity. Through a blend of scientific commentary and social philosophy, the author presents a vision of a world where biological enlightenment leads to higher intelligence and better health for future generations. "The Next Age of Man" serves as a significant historical document, reflecting the optimistic scientific aspirations and social theories of its time. It provides readers with an in-depth look at how scholars once envisioned the mastery of human nature and the potential for a biologically guided society. This work remains a key text for those interested in the history of science, the evolution of social thought, and the early foundations of modern genetic discourse.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• Reihe: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025458687
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 14.02.2026
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: Legare Street Press