The Eugenic Mind Project

Explore the controversial interplay of science and society with this thought-provoking exploration of eugenics in 'The Eugenic Mind Project.' This comprehensive trade paperback, published by Random House US, delves into the historical evolution of eugenics, examining how it emerged as a method for human improvement during the late nineteenth century. Through a critical lens, author Rob Wilson investigates the complex legacy of eugenics, addressing its historical attempts to regulate reproductive choices through forced sterilizations and prenatal screening practices. Emphasizing social inclusiveness and the experiences of eugenics survivors, this book utilizes standpoint theory to navigate the intricate relationship between eugenics, disability, and human diversity. Wilson confronts the detrimental effects of eugenic policies, such as laws shaping immigration and marriage, showcasing the deep scars left on individuals labeled as 'subhuman.' This insightful work not only traces eugenic traits and societal constructs of normality but also contemplates the implications of contemporary bioethics and prenatal screening within a eugenics framework. With 352 pages of rich, informative content, this book is essential reading for anyone interested in the themes of human variation, ethical considerations in science, and the ongoing impact of a eugenic past. Perfect for students, scholars, and those passionate about social justice and human rights, this volume sheds light on the enduring legacy of eugenic ideologies. Enjoy FREE shipping on your order, and please allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780262542708
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 352


Description:
Part science and part social movement, eugenics emerged in the late nineteenth century as a tool for human improvement. In response to perceived threats of criminality, moral degeneration, feeble-mindedness, and "the rising tide of color," eugenic laws and social policies aimed to better the human race by regulating reproductive choice through science and technology. In this book, Rob Wilson examines eugenic thought and practice--from forced sterilization to prenatal screening--drawing on his experience working with eugenics survivors. Using the social sciences' standpoint theory as a framework to understand the intersection of eugenics, disability, social inclusiveness, and human variation, Wilson focuses on those who have lived through a eugenic past and those confronted by the legacy of eugenic thinking today. By doing so, he brings eugenics from the distant past to the ongoing present. Wilson discusses such topics as the conceptualization of eugenic traits; the formulation of laws regulating immigration and marriage and requiring sexual sterilization; the depiction of the targets of eugenics as "subhuman"; the systematic construction of a concept of normality; the eugenic logic in prenatal screening and contemporary bioethics; and the incorporation of eugenics and disability into standpoint theory.


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