Which genre did Gould's most popular written work fall under?
Fiction
Popular science
Poetry
Drama
Answer
Gould's most renowned work was "The Mismeasure of Man", which delves into the misapplication of scientific methods to support racist and eugenicist theories. This influential book is widely regarded as a classic in the field of popular science. Gould effectively communicates complex scientific concepts and challenges prevailing notions surrounding intelligence, race, and biological determinism, making the book accessible and compelling to a broad audience.
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