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Beyond Words: What Elephants and Whales Think and Feel
176 pages, 2021
science & nature
1064 booksIn Beyond Words: What Elephants and Whales Think and Feel , author Carl Safina weaves decades of field observations about elephants and whales into an intimate look at animal behavior and consciousness.
Follow researcher Carl Safina as he treks with a herd of elephants across the Kenyan landscape, then travel with him to the Pacific Northwest to track and monitor whales in their ocean home. Along the way, find out more about the interior lives of these giants of land and sea--how they play, how they fight, and how they communicate with one another, and sometimes with us too.
In 'Beyond Words: What Elephants and Whales Think and Feel', Carl Safina explores the emotional intelligence of animals. He presents compelling research that shows elephants and whales have complex emotions and social structures, similar to humans. This book will make you see these animals in a new light.
Safina digs into the fascinating world of animal communication. He reveals that elephants and whales have unique ways of communicating, which are far more sophisticated than we previously thought. This book will make you appreciate the complexity of animal languages.
The book also touches on the importance of conservation and animal rights. Safina makes a strong case for why we should protect these intelligent creatures and their habitats. If you care about the environment and animal welfare, this book is a must-read.
What makes 'Beyond Words' unique is the blend of scientific research and personal observations. Safina doesn't just present facts, he shares his own experiences with elephants and whales. This makes the book engaging and relatable.
Finally, Safina encourages us to understand our connection with nature. He argues that by understanding and respecting animals, we can live more harmoniously with the natural world. This book will inspire you to look at nature with a new sense of awe and respect.
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Beyond Words is a must-read. It's a game-changer that challenges our understanding of animals and their emotions.
Jane Goodall - Primatologist, EthologistSafina's Beyond Words is a revelation, redefining our perception of the animal kingdom.
Richard Dawkins - Evolutionary BiologistBeyond Words is a triumph, beautifully written and deeply empathetic. It's a true 'eye-opener' to animal behavior.
Elizabeth Marshall Thomas - Anthropologist, Author