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Hereditary Genius

Gelesen von Leon Harvey

(3,125 Sterne; 8 Bewertungen)

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

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Introductory Chapter

7:15

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Classification of Men According to Their Reputation

12:46

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Classification of Men According to Their Natural Gifts

39:29

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Comparison of the Two Classifications

22:35

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Notation

5:30

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The Judges of England Between 1660 and 1865

55:50

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Statesmen

9:10

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English Peerages. Their Influence Upon Race

21:12

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Commanders

15:00

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Literary Men

7:42

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Men of Science

11:40

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Poets

3:46

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Musicians

2:45

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Painters

3:32

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Divines

51:48

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Senior Classics of Cambridge

2:58

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Oarsmen

7:45

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Wrestlers of the North Country

1:45

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Comparison of Results

34:17

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The Comparative Worth of Different Races

27:08

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Influences That Affect the General Ability of Nations

21:47

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General Considerations

23:32

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Appendix

11:09

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Bewertungen

Fairly dry book but good points nevertheless; reader meh.

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(5 Sterne)

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 Sterne)

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