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Chimpanzee Politics: Power And Sex Among Apes
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The First Edition Of Frans De Waal'S Chimpanzee Politics Was Acclaimed Not Only By Primatologists For Its Scientific Achievement But Also By A Much Broader Audience Of Politicians, Business Leaders, And Social Psychologists For Its Remarkable Insights Into Very Basic Human Needs And Behaviors. In This Revised Editionfeaturing A New Gallery Of Color Photographs Along With A New Introduction And Epiloguede Waal Expands And Updates His Story Of The Arnhem Colony And Its Continuing Political Upheavals. We Learn The Fate Of Many Memorable Chimpanzees And Meet The Colony'S Current Leaders And Their Allies. The New Edition Remains A Detailed And Thoroughly Engrossing Accountof Sexual Rivalries And Coalitions, Of Actions Governed By Intelligence Rather Than Instinctand It Reaffirms The Complex Bond Between Humans And Their Closest Living Relatives. As We Watch The Chimpanzees Of Arnhem Behave In Ways We Recognize From Machiavelli (And From The Nightly News), De Waal Reminds Us Again That The Roots Of Politics Are Older Than Humanity.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Chimpanzee Politics: Power and Sex among Apes'? A: The book examines the social and political behaviors of chimpanzees, drawing parallels to human political dynamics, particularly in terms of power and sexual relationships.
- Q: Who is the author of this book and what are his qualifications? A: The author, Frans de Waal, is a renowned primatologist known for his work on animal behavior and social intelligence, making him well-qualified to discuss the political structures of chimpanzees.
- Q: What is included in the revised edition of 'Chimpanzee Politics'? A: The revised edition features a new introduction, an epilogue, and a gallery of color photographs that enhance the narrative and provide updated insights into the Arnhem colony.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book being offered? A: The condition of the used book is classified as 'Acceptable', indicating that it may show signs of wear but is still usable.
- Q: What binding type does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Chimpanzee Politics' first published? A: The first edition of 'Chimpanzee Politics' was published on April 10, 2000.
- Q: Is this book suitable for a general audience? A: Yes, while it is scientifically rigorous, the insights presented are also accessible to a broad audience, including those interested in psychology, politics, and animal behavior.
- Q: What key themes are explored in the book? A: Key themes include sexual rivalries, coalition-building, intelligence versus instinct, and the complex social structures of chimpanzees.
- Q: Does the book provide insights applicable to human behavior? A: Yes, de Waal draws numerous parallels between chimpanzee behavior and human political and social behaviors, illustrating the evolutionary roots of many human actions.