Heredity, Race, and the Birth of the Modern

Explore the thought-provoking insights of Heredity, Race, and the Birth of the Modern by Sara Eigen and Sara Eigen Figal, published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2008. This compelling hardback edition spans 212 pages and delves deep into our fundamental beliefs regarding inheritance, genealogy, and racial classifications. Eigen meticulously examines what defines "good" human bonds and the motivations behind our persistent categorization of these connections across generations, both physically and metaphysically. This book is essential for those interested in the intersections of social sciences, philosophy, and modern history. Join the conversation about how our understanding of heredity and race shapes contemporary civilization.