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Title: The Meaning of Infancy
Note: Reading ease score: 49.3 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Contents: I. The meaning of infancy. From "Excursions of an evolutionist" -- II. The part played by infancy in the evolution of man. From "A century of science".
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "The Meaning of Infancy" by John Fiske is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the developmental significance of infancy and its crucial role in human evolution, linking biology and education in a thoughtful exploration of childhood's importance in shaping humanity. Fiske's analysis not only outlines the biological and psychological implications of a prolonged infancy but also emphasizes the social dimensions emerging from this phase of life. In this book, Fiske argues that the lengthening of infancy among humans compared to other animals is pivotal to understanding our species' capacity for progress and civilization. He articulates how this extended period of helplessness fosters educational opportunities and shapes social structures, particularly family dynamics. By examining the evolutionary context, he posits that the dependence of infants on their caregivers has led to permanent familial bonds and the formation of society. He further suggests that the unique characteristics of human infancy—its plasticity and educability—are what allow for the accumulation of knowledge and morality over generations, ultimately positioning humanity as the culmination of a long evolutionary process. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Fiske, John, 1842-1901
EBook No.: 12359
Published: May 1, 2004
Downloads: 70
Language: English
Subject: Human evolution
Subject: Infants
LoCC: Science: Natural history
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Meaning of Infancy
Note: Reading ease score: 49.3 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Contents: I. The meaning of infancy. From "Excursions of an evolutionist" -- II. The part played by infancy in the evolution of man. From "A century of science".
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "The Meaning of Infancy" by John Fiske is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the developmental significance of infancy and its crucial role in human evolution, linking biology and education in a thoughtful exploration of childhood's importance in shaping humanity. Fiske's analysis not only outlines the biological and psychological implications of a prolonged infancy but also emphasizes the social dimensions emerging from this phase of life. In this book, Fiske argues that the lengthening of infancy among humans compared to other animals is pivotal to understanding our species' capacity for progress and civilization. He articulates how this extended period of helplessness fosters educational opportunities and shapes social structures, particularly family dynamics. By examining the evolutionary context, he posits that the dependence of infants on their caregivers has led to permanent familial bonds and the formation of society. He further suggests that the unique characteristics of human infancy—its plasticity and educability—are what allow for the accumulation of knowledge and morality over generations, ultimately positioning humanity as the culmination of a long evolutionary process. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Fiske, John, 1842-1901
EBook No.: 12359
Published: May 1, 2004
Downloads: 70
Language: English
Subject: Human evolution
Subject: Infants
LoCC: Science: Natural history
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.