The Mismeasure of Man

Published in 1981, The Mismeasure of Man is regarded as a seminal critique of scientific attempts to rank human intelligence and genetic potential, challenging notions of biology as destiny. This edition features a new introduction by Gould, outlining the book's creation and the ongoing debate over innateness, along with five essays that address issues related to race, racism, and biological determinism. The work is praised for its contribution to understanding and countering pseudo-biological explanations of social issues.