Intelligence in Plants and Animals by Thomas G. Gentry
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"Intelligence in Plants and Animals" by Thomas G. Gentry is a scientific publication likely written in the late 19th century. The work explores the characteristics and behaviors of various organisms within the plant and animal kingdoms, emphasizing the concept of intelligence and consciousness in both groups. Gentry's focus appears to extend to the philosophical implications of life and intelligence, suggesting a deep interconnection between all forms of life. At the start of
the work, the author sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the nature of life by detailing the distinctions between minerals, plants, and animals. Gentry articulates the significance of understanding natural phenomena, positing that all living beings possess some form of intelligence or capability that should not be overlooked, including plants that display reactive behaviors. The opening chapters lay the groundwork for discussions on various species, outlining their unique characteristics and how they interact with the environment, setting an intriguing tone for the subsequent sections. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Gentry, Thomas G. (Thomas George), 1843-1905 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 00006218 |
| Title |
Intelligence in Plants and Animals Being a New Edition of the Author's Privately Issued "Soul and Immortality." |
| Credits | Turgut Dincer, Harry Lamé and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive). |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Natural history |
| Subject | Psychology, Comparative |
| Subject | Animal behavior |
| Subject | Animal intelligence |
| Subject | Droseraceae |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 64550 |
| Release Date | Feb 14, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 587 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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