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Reproduction (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Thomas Walton Galloway

 
9780656040995: Reproduction (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

How biology and society meet in reproduction—and why it matters to everyday life.

This nonfiction guide explores the enduring link between the science of sex and the shape of our homes, families, and communities. It presents ideas about how reproduction has influenced human culture, morals, and social structures without losing sight of the natural roots in plants and animals.

The book uses clear examples from animals, plants, and human society to explain why differences between the sexes exist, and how those differences contribute to the roles of parents, partners, and citizens. It emphasizes that while some instincts are ancient, humans also shape their lives through choice, responsibility, and care for one another.

  • How mating, parenting, and education fit into the larger arc of family life.
  • Why monogamy and devoted parenting are described as cornerstones of society.
  • Connections between biology, culture, and everyday decisions about relationships.
  • A measured look at natural impulses alongside ethical and social considerations.

Ideal for readers of science and social studies who want a grounded, practical view of reproduction and its role in human life.

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