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Title: The Minds and Manners of Wild Animals: A Book of Personal Observations
Note: Reading ease score: 66.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Ralph Zimmermann, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "The Minds and Manners of Wild Animals: A Book of Personal Observations" by William T. Hornaday is a scientific exploration written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the intelligence and behavior of wild animals, providing personal insights and observations that reflect on their mental capacities, moral traits, and social interactions. Hornaday, who served as the Director of the New York Zoological Park, advocates for a deeper understanding and respect for the natural behaviors and rights of wild animals, seeking to distinguish their unique characteristics from those of domestic species. The opening of the book sets the stage for a detailed inquiry into animal intelligence, emphasizing that the study of wild animals is a vast and largely unexplored field. Hornaday discusses the historical context of human perception of animal intelligence and the observations that form the foundation of his inquiry. He posits that animals exhibit complex behaviors reflective of their reasoning abilities, addressing concepts such as instinct, education, and the importance of observing animals in their natural habitats. Additionally, he critiques conventional methodologies used to study animal behavior, supporting a more personalized and observational approach. The introduction serves as an invitation to readers to consider the fascinating mental lives of wild animals, arguing that understanding their minds can enrich human experiences and promote wildlife conservation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hornaday, William T. (William Temple), 1854-1937
EBook No.: 6052
Published: Jul 1, 2004
Downloads: 105
Language: English
Subject: Animal behavior
LoCC: Science: Zoology
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Minds and Manners of Wild Animals: A Book of Personal Observations
Note: Reading ease score: 66.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Ralph Zimmermann, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "The Minds and Manners of Wild Animals: A Book of Personal Observations" by William T. Hornaday is a scientific exploration written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the intelligence and behavior of wild animals, providing personal insights and observations that reflect on their mental capacities, moral traits, and social interactions. Hornaday, who served as the Director of the New York Zoological Park, advocates for a deeper understanding and respect for the natural behaviors and rights of wild animals, seeking to distinguish their unique characteristics from those of domestic species. The opening of the book sets the stage for a detailed inquiry into animal intelligence, emphasizing that the study of wild animals is a vast and largely unexplored field. Hornaday discusses the historical context of human perception of animal intelligence and the observations that form the foundation of his inquiry. He posits that animals exhibit complex behaviors reflective of their reasoning abilities, addressing concepts such as instinct, education, and the importance of observing animals in their natural habitats. Additionally, he critiques conventional methodologies used to study animal behavior, supporting a more personalized and observational approach. The introduction serves as an invitation to readers to consider the fascinating mental lives of wild animals, arguing that understanding their minds can enrich human experiences and promote wildlife conservation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hornaday, William T. (William Temple), 1854-1937
EBook No.: 6052
Published: Jul 1, 2004
Downloads: 105
Language: English
Subject: Animal behavior
LoCC: Science: Zoology
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.