Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are?

by De Waal, Frans

• ISBN13: 9780393353662
• ISBN10: 0393353664
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780393246193
• Edition: Reprint
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2017-04-04
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
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About This Book

Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are?

This book, written by renowned primatologist Frans de Waal, is a groundbreaking exploration of animal cognition. Published on April 4, 2017, by W. W. Norton & Company, it has become a classic in the field of animal intelligence.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and educators in courses focused on animal behavior, cognitive psychology, and biology. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of animal minds and their often-overlooked abilities. The book's insights are particularly relevant for professionals in fields like zoology, ethology, and conservation biology.

History and Editions

The book has been widely acclaimed for its engaging and convincing case for the sophistication of nonhuman minds. It delves into the oddities and complexities of animal cognition in various species, including crows, dolphins, parrots, sheep, wasps, bats, chimpanzees, and bonobos. The book reveals how smart animals really are and how we have underestimated their abilities for too long.

Author and Other Works

Frans de Waal is a C. H. Candler Professor Emeritus of Primate Behavior at Emory University and the former director of the Living Links Center at the Yerkes National Primate Research Center. He is known for his extensive research on primate behavior and social cognition. Some of his notable works include:

• Mama's Last Hug: A book that explores the emotional lives of animals.
• The Bonobo and the Atheist: A book that discusses the evolution of morality and the role of bonobos in understanding human ethics.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Exploration: The book provides a detailed exploration of animal cognition, highlighting fascinating examples such as octopuses using coconut shells as tools and elephants classifying humans by gender and language.
• Engaging Narrative: De Waal's writing style is engaging and entertaining, making complex scientific concepts accessible to a broad audience.
• Landmark Work: The book has been hailed as a classic in the field of animal intelligence and has convinced many readers to rethink their understanding of animal—and human—intelligence.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780393353662
• Other Editions: While there are no other editions listed with different ISBNs, the book is available in various formats from different retailers.

Publication Details

• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Publication Date: April 4, 2017
• Number of Pages: 352
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

While there are no other editions listed with different ISBNs, the book is available in paperback format from various retailers.

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• 9780393353662

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