When Mortals Play God

Eugenics and One Family's Story of Tragedy, Loss, and Perseverance

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• John Erickson

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• 224 Seiten
• 8 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Karten & Reisen
• Weltgeschichte

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The narrative reveals the harrowing history of an immigrant family, focusing on the matriarch who faced imprisonment and forced sterilization due to the eugenics movement. Through meticulous research, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist John Erickson sheds light on this dark chapter of history, exploring themes of injustice and resilience. The book not only tells a personal story but also critiques the broader societal implications of eugenics and its impact on marginalized communities.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2022
• Einband: Hardcover