Hereditary Genius

Hereditary Genius

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A biographical summary of the pre-eminent men of Britain grouped by profession. The extensive survey draws from information including college graduation, reputation during career, fellowships, and even known relatives. Includes discussions on findings and observations as well as referenced appendices. - Summary by Leon Harvey

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Episodes

Preface

Episode 0 · 34:52
Introductory Chapter

Episode 1 · 7:15
Classification of Men According to Their Reputation

Episode 2 · 12:46
Classification of Men According to Their Natural Gifts

Episode 3 · 39:29
Comparison of the Two Classifications

Episode 4 · 22:35
Notation

Episode 5 · 5:30
The Judges of England Between 1660 and 1865

Episode 6 · 55:50
Statesmen

Episode 7 · 9:10
English Peerages. Their Influence Upon Race

Episode 8 · 21:12
Commanders

Episode 9 · 15:00
Literary Men

Episode 10 · 7:42
Men of Science

Episode 11 · 11:40
Poets

Episode 12 · 3:46
Musicians

Episode 13 · 2:45
Painters

Episode 14 · 3:32
Divines

Episode 15 · 51:48
Senior Classics of Cambridge

Episode 16 · 2:58
Oarsmen

Episode 17 · 7:45
Wrestlers of the North Country

Episode 18 · 1:45
Comparison of Results

Episode 19 · 34:17
The Comparative Worth of Different Races

Episode 20 · 27:08
Influences That Affect the General Ability of Nations

Episode 21 · 21:47
General Considerations

Episode 22 · 23:32
Appendix

Episode 23 · 11:09