Serge Aroles

Serge Aroles (born 1957) is a French surgeon and author known for his extensive research and publications on the subject of feral children. His work has contributed significantly to the understanding of human development and the impact of extreme isolation on the human psyche.

Early Life and Education

Serge Aroles was born in 1957 in France. He pursued a career in medicine, specializing in surgery. Aroles developed a keen interest in anthropology and the history of medicine, which later influenced his research into feral children.

Career

Aroles began his career as a surgeon, but his passion for anthropology led him to explore historical cases of feral children. His medical background provided him with a unique perspective on the physiological and psychological aspects of these cases.

Research on Feral Children

Aroles is best known for his book L'Enigme des Enfants-Loups (The Enigma of Wolf-Children), published in 1999. In this work, he meticulously examined historical accounts of feral children, debunking many myths and providing a scientific analysis of the phenomena. Aroles' research involved traveling to various countries, accessing archives, and critically analyzing reports from the 18th and 19th centuries.

Notable Cases

Aroles investigated several well-known cases of feral children, including:

• Victor of Aveyron - Aroles revisited the case of Victor, a boy found in the forests of Aveyron, France, in the early 19th century. He analyzed the medical and psychological reports of Victor's condition and the attempts to socialize him.
• Amala and Kamala - The so-called "wolf-children" of India, who were reportedly raised by wolves. Aroles' research questioned the authenticity of these accounts and highlighted the lack of credible evidence.

Contributions to Anthropology and Medicine

Aroles' work has been influential in both anthropology and medicine. By applying a scientific approach to historical cases, he has challenged popular narratives and emphasized the importance of evidence-based research. His findings have implications for understanding human development, the effects of isolation, and the capacity for socialization.

Publications

• L'Enigme des Enfants-Loups (1999) - A comprehensive study of feral children, examining historical cases and their implications.

Also see

• Feral child
• Victor of Aveyron
• Amala and Kamala
• History of medicine
• Anthropology

References

• Aroles, Serge. L'Enigme des Enfants-Loups. Paris: Éditions Publibook, 1999.
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External links

• Serge Aroles Official Website