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Inbreeding, Incest, And The Incest Taboo: The State Of Knowledge At The Turn Of The Century
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Is Inbreeding Harmful? Are Human Beings And Other Primates Naturally Inclined To Mate With Their Closest Relatives? Why Is Incest Widely Prohibited? Why Does The Scope Of The Prohibition Vary From Society To Society? Why Does Incest Occur Despite The Prohibition? What Are The Consequences? After One Hundred Years Of Intense Argument, A Broad Consensus Has Emerged On The First Two Questions, But The Debate Over The Others Continues. That There Is A Biological Basis For The Avoidance Of Inbreeding Seems Incontrovertible, But Just How Injurious Inbreeding Really Is For Successive Generations Remains An Open Question. Nor Has There Been Any Conclusion To The Debate Over Freuds View That The Incest Taboo Is Necessary Because Humans Are Sexually Attracted To Their Closest Relativesa Claim Countered By Westermarck'S Argument For The Sexually Inhibiting Effects Of Early Childhood Association. This Book Brings Together Contributions From The Fields Of Genetics, Behavioral Biology, Primatology, Biological And Social Anthropology, Philosophy, And Psychiatry Which Reexamine These Questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Inbreeding, Incest, and the Incest Taboo'? A: The book explores the implications of inbreeding and incest, discussing biological, psychological, and cultural perspectives on why incest is prohibited and its effects on individuals and societies.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Inbreeding, Incest, and the Incest Taboo' is Arthur P. Wolf.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 239 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on November 1, 2004.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in if it is labeled as 'Used Book in Good Condition'? A: A 'Used Book in Good Condition' indicates that the book may have minor wear but is overall in satisfactory condition for reading.
- Q: Is there a consensus on the harmful effects of inbreeding mentioned in the book? A: The book states that there is a broad consensus on the biological basis for avoiding inbreeding, though the extent of its harm remains a debated topic.
- Q: What disciplines contribute to the discussions in this book? A: Contributions come from genetics, behavioral biology, primatology, anthropology, philosophy, and psychiatry.
- Q: Are there any controversial theories discussed in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses Freud's views on the incest taboo and counterarguments by Westermarck regarding early childhood associations.
- Q: What themes are explored regarding the incest taboo across different societies? A: The book examines why incest is prohibited, the variations in prohibitions across cultures, and the reasons incest occurs despite societal rules.