The Anthropological History Of Europe (1893)

The Anthropological History of Europe is a book written by John Beddoe and first published in 1893. Beddoe was a British physician and anthropologist who was known for his work on the physical characteristics of different human populations. In this book, he explores the history of human populations in Europe from prehistoric times to the present day.Beddoe's approach to anthropology was heavily influenced by the theories of Charles Darwin and the emerging field of evolutionary biology. He believed that the physical characteristics of different human populations were shaped by their environment and their evolutionary history. In The Anthropological History of Europe, he uses this framework to examine the history of European populations.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different period of European history. Beddoe begins with the prehistoric period, discussing the physical characteristics of the earliest human populations in Europe. He then moves on to the ancient Greeks and Romans, the medieval period, and the Renaissance. He also discusses the impact of the Industrial Revolution on European populations and the emergence of new racial theories in the 19th century.Throughout the book, Beddoe draws on a wide range of sources, including archaeological evidence, historical records, and his own observations of different European populations. He also includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the physical characteristics he is describing.Overall, The Anthropological History of Europe is a fascinating exploration of the physical characteristics of European populations and how they have evolved over time. It is an important work in the history of anthropology and remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of human populations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.