Mutual Aid · Character
Herbert Spencer
Philosopher and sociologist, proponent of social Darwinism, criticized in the text.
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Also known as Herbert Spencer, Spencer
First appearance: Mutual Aid
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Spencer is referenced in the context of the broader debate about competition and cooperation in evolution.
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In Mutual Aid: Spencer is referenced in the context of the broader debate about competition and cooperation in evolution. Later, in Mutual Aid Among Animals: Attempted to widen the inquiry into 'Who are the fittest?'…
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