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Book SynopsisAmong the central issues of the modern feminist movement, the debate over biology and culture over sex and gender, over genetics and gender roles has certainly been one of the most passionately contested. Making revolutionary arguments upon its first publication in 1953, The Natural Superiority of Women stands as one of the original feminist arguments against biological determinism. An iconoclast, Montagu wielded his encyclopedic knowledge of physical anthropology in critique of the conventional wisdom of women as the weaker sex, showing how women''s biological, genetic, and physical makeup made her not only man''s equal, but his superior. Also a humanist, Montagu points to the emotional and social qualities typically ascribed to and devalued in women as being key to just social life and relationships. Subsequent editions of this book have provided additional support for Montagu''s arguments, examining both biological and social scientific data of the late 20th century. One of the most broadly renowned and read scholars of our century, Montagu brings out this fifth edition with up-to-date statistics and references. A lengthy foreword by Susan Sperling contextualizes the book within the intellectual histories of feminism and anthropology, noting the huge social and intellectual changes that are spanned in Montagu''s life and writing. Montagu''s foundational book is an important addition to the library of all gender scholars.Trade ReviewThis 1999 fifth edition contains significant new material compared to the previous 1992 release, and includes Montagu's new preface, an insightful introduction by Susan Sperling which explains Montagu's ideas in the context of current feminist theory....The noble ideas in this work will provide insight, courage and inspiration. The Natural Superiority of Women will help every thinking man to better appreciate the true essence of women, and help every woman to gain the vision and confidence to fulfill herself, nurture her family, stand up for her rights and make the world a better—a more equal and a more loving—place to live. -- Michael Pastore * Midwest Book Review *Reading this book is a journal of discovery as Montagu sheds light on so many myths and customs that societies take for granted, including women. -- Fran Hoskens, Editor * Women's International Network News *Table of Contentschapter 1 Foreword by Susan Sperling chapter 2 Preface to the First Edition chapter 3 Preface to the Fifth Edition chapter 4 A Note to the Reader chapter 5 Chapter 1: The Natural Superiority of Women chapter 6 Chapter 2: The Subjection of Women chapter 7 Chapter 3: The Social Determinants of Biological "Facts" & Social Consequences chapter 8 Chapter 4: Who Said, "The Inferior Sex"? chapter 9 Chapter 5:"X" Doesn't Equal "Y" chapter 10 Chapter 6: The Sexual Superiority of the Female chapter 11 Chapter 7: Are Women More Emotional Than Men? chapter 12 Chapter 8: Was It True About Women? chapter 13 Chapter 9: The Intelligence of the Sexes chapter 14 Chapter 10: Women and Creativity chapter 15 Chapter 11:The Genius of Woman as the Genius of Humanity chapter 16 Chapter 12: Mutual Aid chapter 17 Chapter 13: Changing Traditions chapter 18 Chapter 14: Woman's Task chapter 19 Appendix A: U.N. Declaration on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women chapter 20 Appendix B: On the Origins of the Idea of the Natural Superiority of Women chapter 21 Notes chapter 22 Index

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Book SynopsisMan''s Most Dangerous Myth was first published in 1942, when Nazism flourished, when African Americans sat at the back of the bus, and when race was considered the determinant of people''s character and intelligence. It presented a revolutionary theory for its time; breaking the link between genetics and culture, it argued that race is largely a social construction and not constitutive of significant biological differences between people. In the ensuing 55 years, as Ashley Montagu''s radical hypothesis became accepted knowledge, succeeding editions of his book traced the changes in our conceptions of race and race relations over the 20th century. Now, over 50 years later, Man''s Most Dangerous Myth is back in print, fully revised by the original author. Montagu is internationally renowned for his work on race, as well as for such influential books as The Natural Superiority of Women, Touching, and The Elephant Man. This new edition contains Montagu''s most complete explication of his tTrade ReviewThis timeless work is more relevant today than ever. -- Kenneth Hemmerick * Israfax *This classic remains one of the most important must-read books for the educated citizen in our pluralistic society. * Multicultural Perspectives *Table of ContentsPart 1 Abridged Student Edition Table of Contents Chapter 2 Foreword to the First Edition Chapter 3 Foreword to the Sixth Edition Chapter 4 Preface to the Sixth Edition Chapter 5 Introduction Chapter 6 1. The Origin of the Concept of Race Chapter 7 2. The Fallaciousness of the Older Anthropological Conception of Race Chapter 8 3. The Genetical Theory of Race Chapter 9 4. The Biological Facts Chapter 10 5. Natural Selection and the Mental Capacities of Humankind Chapter 11 6. The Mythology of Race, or "For Whom the Bell Tolls" Chapter 12 7. Race and Society Chapter 13 8. Biological and Social Factors Chapter 14 9. Psychological Factors Chapter 15 10. Race and Culture Chapter 16 11. Racism and Social Action Chapter 17 12. Intelligence, IQ, and Race Part 18 Unabridged Table of Contents Chapter 19 Foreword to the First Edition Chapter 20 Foreword to the Sixth Edition Chapter 21 Preface to the Sixth Edition Chapter 22 Introduction Chapter 23 1. The Origin of the Concept of Race Chapter 24 2. The Fallaciousness of the Older Anthropological Conception of Race Chapter 25 3. The Genetical Theory of Race Chapter 26 4. The Biological Facts Chapter 27 5. Natural Selection and the Mental Capacities of Humankind Chapter 28 6. The Mythology of Race, or "For Whom the Bell Tolls" Chapter 29 7. Race and Society Chapter 30 8. Biological and Social Factors Chapter 31 9. Psychological Factors Chapter 32 10. The Creative Power of Ethnic Mixture Chapter 33 11. Eugenics, Genetics, and Race Chapter 34 12. Race and Culture Chapter 35 13. Race and War Chapter 36 14. Race and Blood Chapter 37 15. Innate Aggression and Race Chapter 38 16. Myths Relating to the Physical Traits of Blacks Chapter 39 17. Are the Jews a Race? Chapter 40 18. The First Americans Chapter 41 19. The Meaning of Equal Opportunity Chapter 42 20. Race and Democracy Chapter 43 21. Racism and Social Action Chapter 44 22. Sociocultural Behavioral Influences Chapter 45 23. Intelligence, IQ, and Race Chapter 46 Appendix A: Ethnic Group and Race Chapter 47 Appendix B: The Fallacy of the Primitive Chapter 48 Appendix C: The Term Miscegination Chapter 49 Appendix D: Intelligence of Northern Blacks and Southern Whites in the First World War Chapter 50 Bibliography

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Book SynopsisMan''s Most Dangerous Myth was first published in 1942, when Nazism flourished, when African Americans sat at the back of the bus, and when race was considered the determinant of people''s character and intelligence. It presented a revolutionary theory for its time; breaking the link between genetics and culture, it argued that race is largely a social construction and not constitutive of significant biological differences between people. In the ensuing 55 years, as Ashley Montagu''s radical hypothesis became accepted knowledge, succeeding editions of his book traced the changes in our conceptions of race and race relations over the 20th century. Now, over 50 years later, Man''s Most Dangerous Myth is back in print, fully revised by the original author. Montagu is internationally renowned for his work on race, as well as for such influential books as The Natural Superiority of Women, Touching, and The Elephant Man. This new edition contains Montagu''s most complete explication of his theory and a thorough updating of previous editions. The Sixth Edition takes on the issues of the Bell Curve, IQ testing, ethnic cleansing and other current race relations topics, as well as contemporary restatements of topics previously addressed. A bibliography of almost 3,000 published items on race, compiled over a lifetime of work, is of enormous research value. Also available is an abridged student edition containing the essence of Montagu''s argument, its policy implications, and his thoughts on contemporary race issues for use in classrooms. Ahead of its time in 1942, Montagu''s arguments still contribute essential and salient perspectives as we face the issue of race in the 1990s. Man''s Most Dangerous Myth is the seminal work of one of the 20th century''s leading intellectuals, essential reading for all scholars and students of race relations.Trade ReviewThis timeless work is more relevant today than ever. -- Kenneth Hemmerick * Israfax *This classic remains one of the most important must-read books for the educated citizen in our pluralistic society. * Multicultural Perspectives *Table of ContentsPart 1 Abridged Student Edition Table of Contents Chapter 2 Foreword to the First Edition Chapter 3 Foreword to the Sixth Edition Chapter 4 Preface to the Sixth Edition Chapter 5 Introduction Chapter 6 1. The Origin of the Concept of Race Chapter 7 2. The Fallaciousness of the Older Anthropological Conception of Race Chapter 8 3. The Genetical Theory of Race Chapter 9 4. The Biological Facts Chapter 10 5. Natural Selection and the Mental Capacities of Humankind Chapter 11 6. The Mythology of Race, or "For Whom the Bell Tolls" Chapter 12 7. Race and Society Chapter 13 8. Biological and Social Factors Chapter 14 9. Psychological Factors Chapter 15 10. Race and Culture Chapter 16 11. Racism and Social Action Chapter 17 12. Intelligence, IQ, and Race Part 18 Unabridged Table of Contents Chapter 19 Foreword to the First Edition Chapter 20 Foreword to the Sixth Edition Chapter 21 Preface to the Sixth Edition Chapter 22 Introduction Chapter 23 1. The Origin of the Concept of Race Chapter 24 2. The Fallaciousness of the Older Anthropological Conception of Race Chapter 25 3. The Genetical Theory of Race Chapter 26 4. The Biological Facts Chapter 27 5. Natural Selection and the Mental Capacities of Humankind Chapter 28 6. The Mythology of Race, or "For Whom the Bell Tolls" Chapter 29 7. Race and Society Chapter 30 8. Biological and Social Factors Chapter 31 9. Psychological Factors Chapter 32 10. The Creative Power of Ethnic Mixture Chapter 33 11. Eugenics, Genetics, and Race Chapter 34 12. Race and Culture Chapter 35 13. Race and War Chapter 36 14. Race and Blood Chapter 37 15. Innate Aggression and Race Chapter 38 16. Myths Relating to the Physical Traits of Blacks Chapter 39 17. Are the Jews a Race? Chapter 40 18. The First Americans Chapter 41 19. The Meaning of Equal Opportunity Chapter 42 20. Race and Democracy Chapter 43 21. Racism and Social Action Chapter 44 22. Sociocultural Behavioral Influences Chapter 45 23. Intelligence, IQ, and Race Chapter 46 Appendix A: Ethnic Group and Race Chapter 47 Appendix B: The Fallacy of the Primitive Chapter 48 Appendix C: The Term Miscegination Chapter 49 Appendix D: Intelligence of Northern Blacks and Southern Whites in the First World War Chapter 50 Bibliography

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Book SynopsisThis text identifies the physical ugliness that defines and homogenizes America's cities, suburbs and countryside. It argues that the New American Landscape is no longer the physical manifestation of public and communal values, but instead projects narcissistic self-indulgence.

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