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From the New York Times-bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees. "The Inner Life of Animals will rock your world. This book shows us that animals think, feel and know in much the same way as we do."--Sy Montgomery, bestselling author of The Soul of an Octopus Through vivid stories of devoted pigs, two-timing magpies, and scheming roosters, The Inner Life of Animals weaves the latest scientific research into how animals interact with the world with Peter Wohlleben's personal experiences in forests and fields. We learn that horses feel shame, deer grieve, and goats discipline their kids. Ravens call their friends by name, rats regret bad choices, and butterflies choose the very best places for their children to grow up. In this captivating book, Peter Wohlleben follows the hugely successful The Hidden Life of Trees with insightful stories into the emotions, feelings, and intelligence of animals around us. Animals are different from us in ways that amaze us--and they are also much closer to us than we ever would have thought. "Wry, avuncular, careful and kind... Each story adds to a widening vision of intelligence, emotion and relationship."--The Guardian Published in Partnership with the David Suzuki Institute
The Inner Life of Animals explores the complex emotional and cognitive lives of animals, challenging the traditional view of them as unfeeling automatons. Through a blend of scientific research and personal anecdotes, Peter Wohlleben reveals that animals possess a rich inner world, experiencing emotions such as love, grief, shame, and regret. The book presents compelling evidence that animals communicate, form social bonds, and make decisions based on complex reasoning, demonstrating a profound connection to the human experience.
Drawing on the author's previous success with "The Hidden Life of Trees," this book is positioned to offer a compelling look into animal sentience. The narrative approach, combining scientific findings with engaging stories, suggests an accessible yet informative read for a broad audience interested in the natural world. The reception highlights the book's potential to shift perspectives on animal consciousness and their relationship to humans.
Page Count:
288
Publication Date:
2021-01-01
Publisher:
Greystone Books
ISBN-10:
1771648023
ISBN-13:
9781771648028
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