Pets, Animals - General, Nature, Personal Growth, Psychology - Theory, History & Research, Cats, Dogs
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Overview
Konrad Lorenz opens his influential study of the dog with a fascinating speculation on the origins of the unique relationship shared by dogs & human beings. He asks his readers to picture a primitive hearthside, where early dogs found bones to gnaw on, & to imagine a whimpering puppy, separated from its mother, & embraced by a child. He examines the canine/human relationship from many perspectives, addressing such questions as: How do dogs regard children? What should you consider when you choose a puppy? How can you reward & discipline your dog effectively? How do you live with the death of a beloved animal? A classic.Lorenz, a Nobel Laureate in animal behavior, here concentrates his vast learning on the animals most closely bound to humankind--dogs and cats. With wisdom and humor he discusses dogs and children, dogs' relationship to human language, canine and feline relationships, and much more. Over 100 line drawings.
Editorials
Publishers Weekly -
Originally published in 1954, Nobel laureate Lorenz's classic look at complex human-canine relationships includes a new introduction by Donald McCaig. (Oct.)From the Publisher
'A book that is provocative and informative, and profoundly civilizing.' – The New York TimesBook Details
Published
January 11, 2013
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Pages
224
ISBN
9781134498994