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The Riddle of Intelligence - (Explanations in the Social Sciences) by  John Edward Terrell & Eugene Anderson & Foreman Bandama & Abhik Ghosh - 1 of 1

The Riddle of Intelligence - (Explanations in the Social Sciences) by John Edward Terrell & Eugene Anderson & Foreman Bandama & Abhik Ghosh

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  • Debunking a Persistent Myth: Challenges the long-held belief that intelligence is a fixed, biologically based trait-presenting it instead as more folklore than fact and inviting deeper interrogation of what intelligence really means.
  • About the Author: John Edward Terrell is Regenstein Curator of Pacific Anthropology Emeritus at Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago.
  • 150 Pages
  • Social Science, Anthropology
  • Series Name: Explanations in the Social Sciences

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About the Book



There is little agreement today on what it takes to be intelligent. Yet this word is widely believed to be about something real, mostly biological, and important. Looked at closely, it turns out this word belongs more in the realm of traditional folklore than modern science.



Book Synopsis



    Debunking a Persistent Myth: Challenges the long-held belief that intelligence is a fixed, biologically based trait-presenting it instead as more folklore than fact and inviting deeper interrogation of what intelligence really means. This reframing stands in bold contrast to conventional narratives. Compact, Visually Rich & Accessible: Packed with engaging content and illustrations that make complex ideas digestible and compelling, this volume is perfectly suited for students, educators, and intellectually curious general readers. Authoritative Series with Interdisciplinary Reach: This concise yet impactful work exemplifies a mission to bridge social sciences and STEM disciplines through accessible scholarship.



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"I think this is a successful initial broadside against a target that has been quite vexing in science for over a century - what we call intelligence, and what psychologists claim to be able to study rigorously." - Jonathan Marks, UNC Charlotte

"[The authors] brought a necessary interdisciplinary work that scrutinizes the general assumptions of the word intelligence." - Tory Schendel-Vyvoda




About the Author



John Edward Terrell is Regenstein Curator of Pacific Anthropology Emeritus at Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago.

Dimensions (Overall): 9.0 Inches (H) x 6.0 Inches (W) x .32 Inches (D)
Weight: .46 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 150
Genre: Social Science
Sub-Genre: Anthropology
Series Title: Explanations in the Social Sciences
Publisher: Berghahn Books
Theme: General
Format: Paperback
Author: John Edward Terrell & Eugene Anderson & Foreman Bandama & Abhik Ghosh
Language: English
Street Date: April 15, 2026
TCIN: 1005632200
UPC: 9781836954705
Item Number (DPCI): 247-45-6521
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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