Animal Intelligence (1882)

Animal Intelligence is a book written by George John Romanes and published in 1882. The book is a comprehensive study of the intelligence of animals, ranging from insects to mammals. Romanes was a biologist and philosopher who was interested in understanding the cognitive abilities of animals and how they compare to human intelligence. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of animal intelligence. Romanes begins by discussing the definition of intelligence and the challenges of studying it in animals. He then goes on to explore the cognitive abilities of different species, including ants, bees, birds, and primates. Throughout the book, Romanes examines various experiments and observations that have been conducted to study animal intelligence. He also discusses the limitations of these studies and the challenges of interpreting animal behavior. Animal Intelligence was a groundbreaking work in the field of ethology and remains an important text for anyone interested in the study of animal behavior and cognition. Romanes' insights into the intelligence of animals helped to shape our understanding of the natural world and our place within it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.