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Control

The Dark History and Troubling Present of Eugenics
By Adam Rutherford
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Control by Adam Rutherford explores the history and implications of eugenics, examining both its scientific roots and societal impact. The book delves into how genetic control has been misused, while thoughtfully discussing contemporary genetic technology and the moral questions it poses. Rutherford offers insightful analysis, encouraging readers to consider the ethical dimensions of human genetics in modern science.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the intricate interplay between genetics and the shaping of human society. This work delves into how much control genetics has over our destiny and explores ethical questions surrounding the impact of science on our lives. It's an enlightening read for those interested in the profound influence of biology on human history and identity.

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Control

A short, highly directed guide to an area of science that is little understood but increasingly part of public discourse by the Sunday Times bestselling author of HOW TO ARGUE WITH A RACIST

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How did an obscure academic idea pave the way to the Holocaust within just fifty years?

Why does eugenics still loom large in the 21st century, despite its genocidal past?

Did eugenics work? Could it work? Or was it always a pseudoscientific fantasy?

Throughout history, people have sought to reduce suffering, eliminate disease and enhance desirable qualities in their children. In the Victorian era, eugenics, a full-blooded attempt to impose control over unruly biology, began to grow among the powerful and quickly spread to dozens of countries around the world.

But these ideas are not merely historical: today, with new gene editing techniques, conversations are happening about tinkering with the DNA of our unborn children to make them smarter, fitter, stronger.

Deeply steeped in contemporary genetics, Control offers a vital account of one of the defining—and most destructive—ideas of the twentieth century.

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Control by Adam Rutherford has been praised for its intelligent, insightful exploration of the moral and scientific challenges posed by human gene editing, particularly eugenics. Reviewers commend Rutherford's ability to combine scientific and historical analysis with clarity, humour, and political passion. It is described as a brilliant, accessible examination of a serious contemporary issue, offering a persuasive and thoughtful critique of the historical and modern implications of genetics. The book is both educational and entertaining, providing essential guidance on discussions around population control by referencing historical horrors and dismantling pseudoscientific claims.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781474622394

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

Dr Adam Rutherford is a scientist, writer and broadcaster. He has written and presented award-winning series and programmes for the BBC, including Radio 4's Inside Science and The Curious Cases of Rutherford & Fry with Dr Hannah Fry. He is the author of Creation, shortlisted for the Wellcome Trust Prize, A Brief History of Everyone Who Ever Lived, The Book of Humans, the Sunday Times bestselling How to Argue With a Racist and the co-author of Rutherford and Fry's Complete Guide to Absolutely Everything (Abridged).

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