Excerpt from Do Animals Think?
This is not a work on natural history or other sciences. It does not treat of the origin or pedigree of animals, but of their observation and penetra tion. It tends to show that animals do think, more or less, according to their capabilities, some having more and some less. It tries to prove that much of their prowess is due not to instinct, but to intelligence, which entitles them to the respect and sympathy of mankind.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book challenges the popular notion that animal behavior is purely instinctual, arguing instead that animals possess the capacity for thought, reason, and emotion. The author draws on a wealth of scientific research and anecdotal evidence to support their claims regarding the cognitive abilities of animals from insects to mammals. The book delves into the complex inner lives of animals, exploring their capacity for learning, memory, empathy, and even self-awareness. It also examines the historical and cultural contexts that have shaped human attitudes toward animals, highlighting the ways in which we have both revered and exploited them. Ultimately, the book argues for a more compassionate and respectful understanding of our fellow creatures, emphasizing the importance of recognizing their inherent worth and intelligence. This book offers a fascinating and thought-provoking exploration of the animal mind, inviting readers to reconsider the boundaries between humans and animals and to embrace a more enlightened perspective on the natural world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259508069_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780259508069
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