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The Races of Britain is a book written by John Beddoe in 1885, which explores the anthropology of Western Europe. The book is a comprehensive study of the various races that make up the British population, including their physical characteristics, cultural practices, and historical origins. Beddoe examines the different racial groups that have contributed to the British gene pool, including the Celts, the Romans, the Anglo-Saxons, and the Normans. He also discusses the impact of immigration and intermarriage on the population over time. The book includes detailed illustrations and photographs…mehr

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The Races of Britain is a book written by John Beddoe in 1885, which explores the anthropology of Western Europe. The book is a comprehensive study of the various races that make up the British population, including their physical characteristics, cultural practices, and historical origins. Beddoe examines the different racial groups that have contributed to the British gene pool, including the Celts, the Romans, the Anglo-Saxons, and the Normans. He also discusses the impact of immigration and intermarriage on the population over time. The book includes detailed illustrations and photographs to help readers understand the physical features of the various racial groups. Overall, The Races of Britain is an important historical document that sheds light on the complex and diverse nature of the British population.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may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.
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John Beddoe (1826-1911) was one of England's most prominent ethnologists. Born in Bewdley, Worcestershire and educated at University College, London (B.A. London)) and Edinburgh University (M.D. 1853), he served in the Crimean War and was Physician at Bristol Royal Infirmary from 1862 to 1873. He was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1873, was a founder of the Ethnological Society and president of the Anthropological Institute from 1889 to 1891.