우생학 : 유전자 정치의 역사

by 김호연

Eugenics, the history of genetic politicsThe eugenics, which emerged after Darwins theory of evolution in the West, traces the historical process of science, ideology, discourse and practice, acting as a principle of choice and exclusion. Examining eugenics formation, rationale, various practices, and social impacts centered on the United Kingdom, the United States, and Germany, revealing the historical impact of science and social interactions and biologicalism on society. The author examines the trajectory of so-called scientificism, especially biologicalism, which has been increasingly strengthened since the advent of modern science through eugenics, or genetic politics. It shows that the history of biopolitics was penetrating Western modern history.

344 pages, Paperback

Published May 25, 2009

About the author

Associated Names:
* 김호연 (Korean)
* Kim Ho-yeon (English)