Hereditary Genius


Read by Leon Harvey

(3.1 stars; 8 reviews)

A biographical summary of the pre-eminent men of Britain grouped by profession. The extensive survey draws from information including college graduation, reputation during career, fellowships, and even known relatives. Includes discussions on findings and observations as well as referenced appendices. - Summary by Leon Harvey (7 hr 15 min)

Chapters

Preface 34:52 Read by Leon Harvey
Introductory Chapter 7:15 Read by Leon Harvey
Classification of Men According to Their Reputation 12:46 Read by Leon Harvey
Classification of Men According to Their Natural Gifts 39:29 Read by Leon Harvey
Comparison of the Two Classifications 22:35 Read by Leon Harvey
Notation 5:30 Read by Leon Harvey
The Judges of England Between 1660 and 1865 55:50 Read by Leon Harvey
Statesmen 9:10 Read by Leon Harvey
English Peerages. Their Influence Upon Race 21:12 Read by Leon Harvey
Commanders 15:00 Read by Leon Harvey
Literary Men 7:42 Read by Leon Harvey
Men of Science 11:40 Read by Leon Harvey
Poets 3:46 Read by Leon Harvey
Musicians 2:45 Read by Leon Harvey
Painters 3:32 Read by Leon Harvey
Divines 51:48 Read by Leon Harvey
Senior Classics of Cambridge 2:58 Read by Leon Harvey
Oarsmen 7:45 Read by Leon Harvey
Wrestlers of the North Country 1:45 Read by Leon Harvey
Comparison of Results 34:17 Read by Leon Harvey
The Comparative Worth of Different Races 27:08 Read by Leon Harvey
Influences That Affect the General Ability of Nations 21:47 Read by Leon Harvey
General Considerations 23:32 Read by Leon Harvey
Appendix 11:09 Read by Leon Harvey

Reviews

Fairly dry book but good points nevertheless; reader meh.


(4 stars)


(5 stars)

Although not a popular topic to discuss today, heritability of cognitive abilities is quite well established now. This book is an interesting early investigation into the heritability of abilities.


(1 stars)

Why would anyone ever resuscitate this ludicrous book? It’s obsolete scientifically. And happens to be MONSTROUSLY OFFENSIVE too.