Marriage and Genetics: Laws of Human Breeding and Applied Eugenics (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Charles A. L. Reed

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331859521 ISBN 13: 9780331859522

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

This book explains the laws of human breeding and how genetics shape marriage, health, and the future of the race.

It translates complex science into practical guidance for everyday decisions.

Written from the viewpoint of a surgeon, it presents ten fundamental laws of race perpetuation and a clear description of genetic factors that influence the marriage state. The aim is to help readers protect their health and the health of future offspring, while understanding how heredity and environment interact in real life.

The book moves from theory to action, showing how medical examination and careful consideration of heredity can inform responsible choices. It outlines how certain conditions and substances can act as race poisons and how thoughtful, informed decisions can elevate the germinal traits passed to the next generation.

• Identify the ten fundamental laws of human breeding and their practical implications
• Learn about genetic factors, hereditary units, and how traits are transmitted
• Explore the role of medical examination and its importance for prospective spouses
• Understand how health conditions and behaviors can affect the power of reproduction

Ideal for readers interested in health, marriage, and family planning, as well as those seeking a clear introduction to applied genetics and eugenics.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331859521
• ISBN 13: 9780331859522
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 191