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Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith)
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1936
Chesterton, Gilbert Keith
Chesterton, Gilbert K. (Gilbert Keith)
Eugenics and Other Evils
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"Eugenics and Other Evils" by G. K. Chesterton is a critical essay written in the early 20th century. The book discusses the eugenics movement, its philosophical implications, and the dangers it poses to individual freedoms, morality, and societal structure. Chesterton's argumentative style reveals his staunch opposition to eugenics, presenting it as a misguided and potentially tyrannical ideology. At the start of the book, Chesterton sets the stage by addressing the historical context and popularity of eugenics during his time. He emphasizes the necessity of questioning and resisting the movement before it fully materializes, drawing parallels to past tyrannies and societal trends that sprang from similar ideologies. He critiques the moral underpinnings of eugenics and the notion that human beings can be scientifically managed like livestock, arguing instead for the intrinsic value of individuals, regardless of their hereditary traits. Through this exploration, he warns of the consequences of allowing scientific authority to dictate social arrangements, calling for an awareness of the ethical implications tied to the idea of "improving" humanity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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