Charles Murray

(1943 - )

Charles Murray is an American political scientist and scholar, renowned for his research on intelligence, education, and social policies. His work has contributed to important discussions on welfare, education, and societal structure, influencing both academic and public debates.

The Bell Curve

The Bell Curve

Richard Herrnstein, Charles Murray (1996)

Herrnstein and Murray examine how intelligence significantly influences social and economic outcomes in American society. They argue that cognitive abilities are a key determinant of an individual's job performance, educational attainment, and socio-economic status, and they discuss the implications of this relationship for public policy.

Public Policy, Psychology, Sociology

Losing Ground

Losing Ground

Charles Murray (1984)

Murray critically examines the impact and unintended consequences of American welfare policies from 1950 to 1980. He argues that these policies, though well-intentioned, have often exacerbated the problems they aimed to solve.

Public Policy, Economics, Sociology

Human Diversity

Human Diversity

Charles Murray (2020)

Murray explores the biological foundations and implications of gender, race, and class differences. He examines scientific research to discuss how these differences shape societal outcomes.

Human Accomplishment

Human Accomplishment

Charles Murray (2003)

Murray surveys and analyzes the greatest achievements in the arts and sciences from 800 B.C. to 1950. He identifies patterns and factors that have driven human excellence across various cultures and epochs.

In Pursuit

In Pursuit

Charles Murray (1988)

Murray explores the relationship between happiness, public policy, and the role of government in promoting well-being. He discusses how governmental policies can sometimes hinder rather than help individuals achieve happiness.

Public Policy, Political Theory, Psychology

Coming Apart

Coming Apart

Charles Murray (2012)

Murray analyzes the growing cultural and economic divide among white Americans from 1960 to 2010. He highlights the increasing polarization between the upper and lower classes and its implications for society.

Economics, Sociology

Real Education

Real Education

Charles Murray (2008)

Murray challenges romantics views on American education, advocating for a more realistic approach to schooling based on individual abilities. Murray argues that the current system fails to address the diverse needs and talents of students.