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Our Inner Ape: A Leading Primatologist Explains Why We Are Who We Are

Our Inner Ape delves into the evolutionary history of humans, drawing parallels between our behaviors and those of our primate relatives. The book examines how these similarities and differences have shaped our social structures, communication, and cognitive abilities, offering a comprehensive look at what makes us uniquely human. more

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Frans de Waal
Frans de Waal

Frans de Waal is a renowned primatologist, born on October 29, 1948. His research focuses on the social behavior and cognitive abilities of non-human primates, having a profound impact on human ethology and social psychology. more

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