Darwins Racism, Sexism, and Idolization

The book explores the idolization of Darwin, particularly by Western scholars, revealing how many of his evolutionary claims about human evolution are rooted in Victorian biases, including racism and sexism. Diogo highlights the contrast between Darwin's insightful ideas on non-human organisms and his flawed perceptions of women and non-Europeans, which fueled societal hierarchies. Through case studies, the author critiques the simplistic defense of Darwin's biases and aims to present a nuanced view of his contributions to science, urging a critical examination of historical prejudices to prevent their recurrence.