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The Conquest of a Continent; or, The Expansion of Races in America

By Madison Grant
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Combining racial theory, demographic data, and historical narrative, the author traces alleged racial origins of American populations from prehistoric Europe through colonial settlement and westward expansion. He argues that Nordic Protestants shaped national character, analyzes regional settlement patterns and immigration flows, and examines events such as the Mexican War and the legacy of slavery. The work intersperses anthropological claims, statistics, maps, and a bibliography with policy proposals aimed at restricting non-Nordic immigration and preserving presumed racial qualities, and closes with comparative discussion of neighboring countries and a concluding statement of a Nordic-oriented outlook.

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Madison Grant

Madison Grant was an American conservationist and eugenicist, known for his influential writings on race and wildlife. His notable work, "The Passing of the Great Race," explores the concept of racial hierarchy and its implications for European history. Grant was also a prominent advocate for the preservation of American wilderness, contributing to the establishment of national parks. His book, "The Conquest of a Continent," discusses the expansion of races in America, reflecting his views on immigration and racial identity. While his ideas have been widely criticized, they played a significant role in early 20th-century thought on race and conservation.

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