Apes and Monkeys: Their Life and Language by R. L. Garner
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"Apes and Monkeys: Their Life and Language" by R. L. Garner is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The book explores the physical, mental, and social habits of apes and monkeys, aiming to provide a better understanding of these animals and their communication methods. Through the author's detailed observations and studies, readers can expect to gain insights into the similarities and differences between these creatures and humans. The opening
portion of the book introduces readers to the author's extensive research background, highlighting his belief in the interconnectedness of all living beings. Garner emphasizes the importance of recognizing the complex behaviors and potential cognitive abilities of monkeys and apes. He also mentions his unique opportunity to study these animals in their natural habitats, which contrasts with the more common observational practices in captivity. The author expresses his goal of enriching human appreciation for nature and to inform readers about the intricacies of simian life, laying the groundwork for deeper explorations into their language and social behaviors in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Garner, R. L. (Richard Lynch), 1848-1920 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 01029706 |
| Title | Apes and Monkeys: Their Life and Language |
| Original Publication | United States: Ginn & Company,1900. |
| Credits | Tim Lindell 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: 75.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Apes |
| Subject | Monkeys |
| Subject | Speech |
| Subject | Sound production by animals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 67517 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-67517-6 |
| Release Date | Feb 27, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 674 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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