The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals by Charles Darwin
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About this eBook
| Author | Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882 |
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| Title | The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Keller and David Widger |
| Summary | "The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals" by Charles Darwin is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the nature of emotional expression in both humans and animals, exploring how various emotions manifest through facial and bodily movements. Darwin aims to establish underlying principles that govern these expressions, connecting them to evolutionary perspectives and innate behaviors. The beginning of the text sets the stage for an extensive investigation into emotional expression, outlining the structure and key themes of the upcoming chapters. Darwin acknowledges previous works on bodily expression and the challenges in studying them, expressing a desire to clarify and expand on these subjects through systematic observation and analysis. He highlights his focus on habitual movements linked to emotional states, the principle of antithesis, and involuntary actions triggered by the nervous system, paving the way for a comprehensive exploration of how emotions influence physical expressions. This opening portion reflects Darwin's methodological approach and sets expectations for a detailed examination of emotional expression within a scientific framework. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Emotions |
| Subject | Psychology, Comparative |
| Subject | Instinct |
| Subject | Expression |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 1227 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 1998 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 21, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1103 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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