| This thesis examines the role of evolutionary psychology in late nineteenth century British literature to demonstrate how the use of scientific ideas to justify anti-Semitism worked its way into fiction. Considering the works of George Eliot, George du Maurier, and Bram Stoker, I discuss how the manipulation of science to support prejudicial views manifests itself in various works throughout the latter half of the century. Through a presentation of philo-and anti-Semitic messages using an evolutionary lens, these texts demonstrate how cultural use of science to justify racism permeated literature.Each chapter explores a different aspect of evolutionary psychology and how it relates to Judaism in the latter half of the Nineteenth century, while discussing how the manipulation of science was used by thosewith prejudicial ideas to reinforce their racism.Key Words: Evolution, Psychology, Anti-Semitism, Literature, Victorian,Sexual Selection, Degeneration, Free Will, Integration, Zionismv |