“If chimpanzees have consciousness, if they are capable of abstractions, do they not have what until now has been described as 'human rights'? How smart does a chimp have to be before killing him constitutes murder?”
Quote by Carl Sagan
Work
Dragons of Eden: Speculations on the Evolution of Human Intelligence
This book delves into the theory that dragons played a significant role in the development of human intelligence. It examines the evolutionary path that led to modern human cognition and speculates on the influence of ancient creatures on human evolution. more
Author
Carl Sagan
Carl Sagan was an American astronomer, cosmologist, author, and science communicator, born on November 9, 1934, in Brooklyn, New York. He is renowned for his profound research into the cosmos and his dedication to popularizing science. Sagan proposed numerous theories about the origin of the universe and life, and he made complex scientific knowledge accessible to the public with his unique perspective and clear, engaging writing style. more
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