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100 1 _aFiske, John,
_d1842-1901
245 1 4 _aThe Meaning of Infancy
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-05-01
505 0 _aI. The meaning of infancy. From "Excursions of an evolutionist" -- II. The part played by infancy in the evolution of man. From "A century of science".
508 _aProduced by Al Haines
520 _a"The Meaning of Infancy" by John Fiske is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the developmental significance of infancy and its crucial role in human evolution, linking biology and education in a thoughtful exploration of childhood's importance in shaping humanity. Fiske's analysis not only outlines the biological and psychological implications of a prolonged infancy but also emphasizes the social dimensions emerging from this phase of life. In this book, Fiske argues that the lengthening of infancy among humans compared to other animals is pivotal to understanding our species' capacity for progress and civilization. He articulates how this extended period of helplessness fosters educational opportunities and shapes social structures, particularly family dynamics. By examining the evolutionary context, he posits that the dependence of infants on their caregivers has led to permanent familial bonds and the formation of society. He further suggests that the unique characteristics of human infancy—its plasticity and educability—are what allow for the accumulation of knowledge and morality over generations, ultimately positioning humanity as the culmination of a long evolutionary process. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aHuman evolution
653 _aInfants
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12359
999 _c53777
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