Genie Wiley: America's Ferie Child

A Scientific Spectacle

Genie was shuffled around LA Children’s Hospital, falling into the hands of various pediatricians, psychologists, linguists, and other child experts from around the nation who had petitioned to examine her development. Genie presented a unique opportunity…

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The More You Know

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