The Cause and Control of Sex in Human Offspring

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R Clay Jackson

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Reproductive medicine; History of science; Genetics (non-medical)

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""The Cause and Control of Sex in Human Offspring"" is a compelling historical treatise that explores the biological and physiological theories surrounding sex determination in the early 20th century. Written by R. Clay Jackson, the work addresses one of the most profound mysteries of human biology: the mechanisms that govern whether a child is born male or female. At a time when the field of genetics was still in its formative stages, Jackson proposed a systematic approach to understanding and potentially influencing the sex of offspring through various observational and scientific methods.

The text provides a detailed look at the contemporary hypotheses of the 1920s, examining factors such as parental influence, nutrition, and biological timing. It serves as a significant primary document for those interested in the history of medicine and the evolution of reproductive science. By capturing the scientific climate of 1926, Jackson's work illustrates the transition from speculative biological thought to the modern understanding of hereditary processes. This book is an essential resource for historians of science and readers curious about the intellectual history of human development and the efforts of early researchers to unlock the secrets of life's beginnings.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: R Clay Jackson
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 12mm
Weight: 308g
ISBN: 9781025540993
ISBN 10: 1025540999
Pages: 216
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active