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Breeding: A Partial History Of The Eighteenth Century
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The Enlightenment Commitment To Reason Naturally Gave Rise To A Belief In The Perfectibility Of Man. Influenced By John Locke And Jeanjacques Rousseau, Many Eighteenthcentury Writers Argued That The Proper Education And Upbringingbreedingcould Make Any Man A Member Of The Cultural Elite.Yet Even In This Egalitarian Environment, The Concept Of Breeding Remained Tied To Theories Of Blood Lineage, Caste Distinction, And Biological Difference. Turning To The Works Of Locke, Rousseau, Swift, Defoe, And Other Giants Of The British Enlightenment, Jenny Davidson Revives The Debates That Raged Over The Husbandry Of Human Nature And Highlights Their Critical Impact On The Development Of Eugenics, The Emergence Of Fears About Biological Determinism, And The History Of The Language Itself. Combining Rich Historical Research With A Keen Sense Of Story, She Links Explanations For The Physical Resemblance Between Parents And Children To Larger Arguments About Culture And Society And Shows How The Threads Of This Compelling Conversation Reveal The Character Of A Century. A Remarkable Intellectual History, Breeding Not Only Recasts The Fundamental Concerns Of The Enlightenment But Also Uncovers The Seeds Of Thought That Bloomed Into Contemporary Notions Of Human Perfectibility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Breeding: A Partial History of the Eighteenth Century'? A: The main theme of the book explores the Enlightenment's belief in human perfectibility through proper education and upbringing, highlighting the debates around breeding, cultural elitism, and biological determinism.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Breeding: A Partial History of the Eighteenth Century' is Jenny Davidson.
- Q: What are the key influences discussed in the book? A: The book discusses influences from key Enlightenment figures such as John Locke and Jean-Jacques Rousseau, examining their impact on concepts of breeding and cultural identity.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on December 31, 2008.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: This book is available in hardcover format.
- Q: How many pages does 'Breeding: A Partial History of the Eighteenth Century' have? A: The book contains 312 pages.
- Q: What genre does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the genre of Criticism & Theory.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book provides a rich historical analysis and critical insights that make it suitable for academic study in areas like literature, history, and cultural studies.
- Q: Does the book address contemporary issues related to breeding and eugenics? A: Yes, the book links historical debates on breeding to contemporary discussions about eugenics and biological determinism.
- Q: What kind of research does the author incorporate in the book? A: The author combines extensive historical research with narrative storytelling to explore the complexities of human nature and cultural evolution.