How Animals Talk - Brossura

Long, William J.

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0486468801 ISBN 13: 9780486468808

Casa editrice: Dover Pubns, 2009

Riassunto

A flock of geese carries out a "wing drill" with remarkable precision. A mother wolf directs her offspring without uttering a cry or a growl. A threatened whale warns other herds of impending danger—even though they're miles away. How do birds and beasts signal each other so effectively without the use of language? In this pioneering study, American naturalist William J. Long explores the powers of communication and premonition among wild and domesticated animals. Based on a lifetime of field observations, it's a book that will interest every animal lover. 
Written almost 100 years ago, Long's work was considered controversial during his lifetime. Unlike many scientists, he strongly believed that animals were more emotional and intelligent than ever thought possible. In fascinating anecdotes, he describes how animals rely on their extraordinary powers of sense perception to communicate silently, vocally, and telepathically. He also explores such mysteries as how a pet knows when its owner is coming home—or when an earthquake is about to strike. Filled with Long's wide-eyed wonder and reverence for nature, as well as his revelations about what we can learn from the animal kingdom, this charmingly illustrated volume will delight readers of every age. 

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Contenuti:

Introduction to the Dover Edition How Animals Talk I. A Little Dog-Comedy II. Cries of the Day and Night III. Chumfo, the Super-Sense IV. Natural Telepathy V. The Swarm Spirit VI. Where Silence Is Eloquent How to Know the Wood Folk VII. On Getting Acquainted VIII. On Keeping Still IX. At Close Range My Pond: A Symphony of the Woods X. The Trail XI. Woodsy Impressions XII. Larch-Trees and Deer XIII. Black Mallards XIV. Memories XV. Beaver Work

Product Description:

This pioneering study explores communication and powers of premonition among wild and domesticated animals. Based on a lifetime of field observations by a famous naturalist, it examines phenomena that will interest every animal lover - how pets can detect their owners' imminent return, how some creatures can foretell natural disasters, and more.

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• Editore: Dover Pubns
• Data di pubblicazione: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0486468801
• ISBN 13: 9780486468808
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 184