The Marriage of Near Kin: Considered With Respect to the Law of Nations, the Results of Experience, and the Teachings of Biology (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Alfred Henry Huth

9780266476559: The Marriage of Near Kin: Considered With Respect to the Law of Nations, the Results of Experience, and the Teachings of Biology (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266476554 ISBN 13: 9780266476559

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Explores the complex topic of marriage among close relatives through law, society, and biology.

This work combines historical law, social experience, and scientific observation to examine how consanguineous unions affect health, inheritance, and family structure. Rich with cross-cultural examples and case discussions, it invites readers to consider how tradition, religion, and medical knowledge have shaped attitudes toward near-kin marriage.

Structured to help readers understand the scope and stakes, the book surveys diverse cultures and periods, drawing connections between legal prohibitions, moral beliefs, and observed outcomes. It emphasizes careful interpretation of data and cautions against overreaching conclusions.

Historical and legal context for consanguineous marriage across different societies.
Biological and health considerations linked to close kin unions, including how data are gathered and interpreted.
Comparative examples from various regions to illuminate patterns and exceptions.
Critical discussion of how statistics are collected and what they can and cannot prove.

Ideal for readers of social history, law, and biology who want a balanced, thought‑provoking view of how near-kin marriage has been viewed and studied over time.

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