Hereditary Genius
Sir Francis Galton
Read by Leon Harvey
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 (7 hr 15 min)
Chapters
| Preface | 34:52 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Introductory Chapter | 7:15 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Classification of Men According to Their Reputation | 12:46 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Classification of Men According to Their Natural Gifts | 39:29 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Comparison of the Two Classifications | 22:35 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Notation | 5:30 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| The Judges of England Between 1660 and 1865 | 55:50 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Statesmen | 9:10 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| English Peerages. Their Influence Upon Race | 21:12 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Commanders | 15:00 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Literary Men | 7:42 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Men of Science | 11:40 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Poets | 3:46 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Musicians | 2:45 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Painters | 3:32 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Divines | 51:48 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Senior Classics of Cambridge | 2:58 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Oarsmen | 7:45 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Wrestlers of the North Country | 1:45 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Comparison of Results | 34:17 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| The Comparative Worth of Different Races | 27:08 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Influences That Affect the General Ability of Nations | 21:47 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| General Considerations | 23:32 | Read by Leon Harvey |
| Appendix | 11:09 | Read by Leon Harvey |
Reviews
Fairly dry book but good points nevertheless; reader meh.
Cliff Pinchon
Lynn Witherington
Why would anyone ever resuscitate this ludicrous book? It’s obsolete scientifically. And happens to be MONSTROUSLY OFFENSIVE too.