"Mankind in the Making" by H. G. Wells analyzes the growth of communities and the advancement of civilization while proposing a fresh viewpoint on societal issues. The book introduces a concept for a new type of political idea that highlights progress and change over time. Wells emphasizes viewing both politics and society as parts of an evolutionary growth process. The central concept involves improving the quality and potential of future generations. This is done by stressing the value of childhood development and reproductive health. Wells establishes the scene by outlining the goals and constraints of his study, establishing a path for readers to consider how communities might evolve by specifically encouraging enhancements in the reproductive abilities and potential of new generations.
Mankind in the Making
By H. G. Wells
Explore an early 20th-century vision for society's evolution, where improvements in future generations guide progress and reshape political thought.
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About the AuthorHerbert George Wells was an English writer, prolific in many genres. He wrote more than fifty novels and dozens of short stories. His non-fiction output included works of social commentary, politics, history, popular science, satire, biography, and autobiography. Wells' science fiction novels are so well regarded that he has been called the "father of science fiction".
Herbert George Wells was an English writer, prolific in many genres. He wrote more than fifty novels and dozens of short stories. His non-fiction output included works of social commentary, politics, history, popular science, satire, biography, and autobiography. Wells' science fiction novels are so well regarded that he has been called the "father of science fiction".
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