Declared Defective

Discover the compelling insights of Declared Defective by Robert Jarvenpa, published by the University of Nebraska Press in 2018. This thought-provoking hardback, spanning 277 pages, delves into the anthropological history of an outcaste community while critically reevaluating the controversial work of Arthur Estabrook and Charles Davenport, prominent figures in the early twentieth-century eugenics movement.

Jarvenpa's work exposes the pseudoscientific zealotry and fear-mongering that characterized the Progressive Era's eugenics, inviting readers to confront the complex contradictions of race and class in America. With its meticulous research and engaging narrative, Declared Defective is essential reading for anyone interested in anthropology, social conditions, and the historical context of racial dynamics in the United States. Enhance your understanding of these critical issues with this enlightening addition to your bookshelf.