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  • Social Sciences

    The Mismeasure of Man by Stephen Jay Gould

    “The Mismeasure of Man by Stephen Jay Gould” is a seminal work that critically examines the history and misuse of intelligence testing. This book delves into the flawed assumptions and methodologies that have perpetuated the myth of biological determinism. Gould, a renowned paleontologist and evolutionary biologist, meticulously deconstructs the scientific racism embedded in the measurement of human intelligence. In this…

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  • HistoryGuns, Germs, and Steel by Jared Diamond

    Guns, Germs, and Steel by Jared Diamond

    “Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies” by Jared Diamond offers a sweeping analysis of human history, exploring why some societies have thrived while others have not. This influential book challenges conventional views of historical progress and provides a compelling argument that geography, biology, and environment played pivotal roles in shaping the modern world. Author’s Background Jared Diamond…

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