On measurements as a diagnostic means for distinguishing the human races : a systematic plan established and investigated by the undersigned, for the purpose of taking measurements on individuals of different races during the voyage of H.I.R.M.'s frigate 'Novara' round the world.

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On measurements as a diagnostic means for distinguishing the human races : a systematic plan established and investigated by the undersigned, for the purpose of taking measurements on individuals of different races during the voyage of H.I.R.M.'s frigate 'Novara' round the world.