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Dream of a race of supermen through test tube birth
The piece traces hopes and fears about artificial impregnation and test tube babies, noting Haldane’s dream of superhumans, early rabbit experiments, and the potential for helping childless couples. It recalls 1866 Marion Sims and cites medical, social, and ethical objections while stressing future possibilities for parenthood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. S. Haldane
Haldane
J Marion Sims
Professor Haldane