The Genius Factory

'The Genius Factory: The Curious History of the Nobel Prize Sperm Bank' by David Plotz delves into the eccentric project of Robert K. Graham, who sought to improve the human race through selective breeding.

Graham established a sperm bank that collected donations exclusively from Nobel laureates, with the goal of producing exceptionally intelligent offspring.

Plotz explores the motivations behind Graham's endeavor and the social and scientific context of the time.

The book examines the ethical implications of eugenics and the complexities of defining and measuring intelligence.

Through interviews and historical research, Plotz uncovers the fascinating and unsettling story of a man who believed he could engineer a better future for humanity.