{"product_id":"the-naked-ape","title":"The Naked Ape by Desmond Morris","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"17\"\u003eBook Summary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"20\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"35\"\u003eThe Naked Ape\u003c\/em\u003e by Desmond Morris is a groundbreaking work of popular science that examines human beings from a zoological and evolutionary perspective. First published in 1967, the book presents humans as just another species of animal—essentially a “naked ape” distinguished from other primates primarily by their lack of body hair and complex social behaviors. Morris explores various aspects of human life such as sex, child-rearing, aggression, feeding, and communication, comparing them with similar behaviors in other primates. By doing so, he argues that much of human behavior can be traced back to our evolutionary past rather than to purely cultural or social constructs. The book’s candid, sometimes controversial discussions about human instincts, reproduction, and social organization challenged traditional views of humanity and sparked widespread debate. With a blend of scientific insight and engaging prose, \u003cem data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"961\"\u003eThe Naked Ape\u003c\/em\u003e invites readers to look at themselves through the detached eyes of a zoologist, offering a provocative reflection on what it truly means to be human.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"2127\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesmond Morris\u003c\/strong\u003e is a British zoologist, ethologist, author, and broadcaster best known for his research on animal behavior and for bringing scientific ideas about human evolution to a wide audience. Born on January 24, 1928, in Purton, England, Morris studied zoology at the University of Oxford, where he conducted research on animal behavior and later served as the curator of mammals at the London Zoo. His expertise in ethology—the scientific study of animal behavior—shaped his writing, which often draws parallels between human and animal actions. Morris gained international fame with \u003cem data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eThe Naked Ape\u003c\/em\u003e, which became one of the most widely read works on human behavior of the 20th century. He went on to write several other influential books, including \u003cem data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003eThe Human Zoo\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1933\"\u003eIntimate Behaviour\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003eManwatching\u003c\/em\u003e. Known for his accessible style and thought-provoking ideas, Morris has made a lasting contribution to the public understanding of human evolution, behavior, and social life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":44276569604353,"sku":"2OXBH0A9T-Used","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/products\/THENAKEDAPE.jpg?v=1645691717","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/the-naked-ape","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}