ebook img

The Mirage of a Space between Nature and Nurture PDF

117 Pages·2010·0.877 MB·English
Save to my drive
Quick download
Download

Download The Mirage of a Space between Nature and Nurture PDF Free - Full Version

by Evelyn Fox Keller| 2010| 117 pages| 0.877| English

About The Mirage of a Space between Nature and Nurture

In this powerful critique, the esteemed historian and philosopher of science Evelyn Fox Keller addresses the nature-nurture debates, including the persistent disputes regarding the roles played by genes and the environment in determining individual traits and behavior. Keller is interested in both how an oppositional “versus” came to be inserted between nature and nurture, and how the distinction on which that opposition depends, the idea that nature and nurture are separable, came to be taken for granted. How, she asks, did the illusion of a space between nature and nurture become entrenched in our thinking, and why is it so tenacious? Keller reveals that the assumption that the influences of nature and nurture can be separated is neither timeless nor universal, but rather a notion that emerged in Anglo-American culture in the late nineteenth century. She shows that the seemingly clear-cut nature-nurture debate is riddled with incoherence. It encompasses many disparate questions knitted together into an indissoluble tangle, and it is marked by a chronic ambiguity in language. There is little consensus about the meanings of terms such as nature, nurture, gene, and environment. Keller suggests that contemporary genetics can provide a more appropriate, precise, and useful vocabulary, one that might help put an end to the confusion surrounding the nature-nurture controversy.

Detailed Information

Author:Evelyn Fox Keller
Publication Year:2010
ISBN:9780822347316
Pages:117
Language:English
File Size:0.877
Format:PDF
Price:FREE
Download Free PDF

Safe & Secure Download - No registration required

Why Choose PDFdrive for Your Free The Mirage of a Space between Nature and Nurture Download?

  • 100% Free: No hidden fees or subscriptions required for one book every day.
  • No Registration: Immediate access is available without creating accounts for one book every day.
  • Safe and Secure: Clean downloads without malware or viruses
  • Multiple Formats: PDF, MOBI, Mpub,... optimized for all devices
  • Educational Resource: Supporting knowledge sharing and learning

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it really free to download The Mirage of a Space between Nature and Nurture PDF?

Yes, on https://PDFdrive.to you can download The Mirage of a Space between Nature and Nurture by Evelyn Fox Keller completely free. We don't require any payment, subscription, or registration to access this PDF file. For 3 books every day.

How can I read The Mirage of a Space between Nature and Nurture on my mobile device?

After downloading The Mirage of a Space between Nature and Nurture PDF, you can open it with any PDF reader app on your phone or tablet. We recommend using Adobe Acrobat Reader, Apple Books, or Google Play Books for the best reading experience.

Is this the full version of The Mirage of a Space between Nature and Nurture?

Yes, this is the complete PDF version of The Mirage of a Space between Nature and Nurture by Evelyn Fox Keller. You will be able to read the entire content as in the printed version without missing any pages.

Is it legal to download The Mirage of a Space between Nature and Nurture PDF for free?

https://PDFdrive.to provides links to free educational resources available online. We do not store any files on our servers. Please be aware of copyright laws in your country before downloading.

The materials shared are intended for research, educational, and personal use in accordance with fair use principles.