TY  - BOOK
AU  - Kirby,Georgiana Bruce
TI  - Transmission; or, Variation of Character Through the Mother
AV  - BF 
PY  - 2017///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Heredity, Human
N1  - Release date is 2017-10-05; Produced by Donald Cummings, Bryan Ness and the Online
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N2  - "Transmission; or, Variation of Character Through the Mother" by Georgiana B. Kirby is a scientific publication written during the late 19th century. This work delves into the profound idea that a mother's physical and emotional state during pregnancy significantly influences the character and attributes of her unborn children. Kirby presents a compelling argument about the responsibilities of mothers in shaping the future of their children and, consequently, the race as a whole.  The book scrutinizes various factors such as maternal health, emotional well-being, and the social environment that interact during fetal development. Through anecdotal evidence and speculation, Kirby illustrates how various maternal conditions—ranging from overexertion to emotional distress—can result in wide-ranging physical and mental traits in children. For instance, she emphasizes the importance of a harmonious marital relationship and warns against the dangers of maternal anxiety and discontent while pregnant. Kirby further explores themes of education, moral character, and societal influences, asserting that motherhood is a pivotal force in determining the quality and potential of future generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55680
ER  -