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“Eugenics is the study of the agencies under social control that may improve or impair the racial qualities of future generations either physically or mentally.”

Quote by Francis Galton

Book:Memories of My Life

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Memories of My Life

This book offers a poignant look into the life experiences and personal growth of its protagonist, chronicling their memories and reflections on their existence. more

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Francis Galton was a British polymath known for his work in statistics, anthropology, eugenics, and psychology. He was the half-cousin of Charles Darwin and is often credited with coining the term 'eugenics'. Galton's contributions to the field of statistics include the development of regression analysis and the application of correlation. He also conducted extensive research on heredity and intelligence, which influenced later theories in these areas. more

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