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What Would Animals Say If We Asked the Right Questions? (Volume 38) (Posthumanities)

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“You are about to enter a new genre, that of scientific fables, by which I don’t mean science fiction, or false stories about science, but, on the contrary, true ways of understanding how difficult it is to figure out what animals are up to.” —Bruno Latour, form the Foreword

Is it all right to urinate in front of animals? What does it mean when a monkey throws its feces at you? Do apes really know how to ape? Do animals form same-sex relations? Are they the new celebrities of the twenty-first century? This book poses twenty-six such questions that stretch our preconceived ideas about what animals do, what they think about, and what they want.

In a delightful abecedarium of twenty-six chapters, Vinciane Despret argues that behaviors we identify as separating humans from animals do not actually properly belong to humans. She does so by exploring incredible and often funny adventures about animals and their involvements with researchers, farmers, zookeepers, handlers, and other human beings. Do animals have a sense of humor? In reading these stories it is evident that they do seem to take perverse pleasure in creating scenarios that unsettle even the greatest of experts, who in turn devise newer and riskier hypotheses that invariably lead them to conclude that animals are not nearly as dumb as previously thought.

These deftly translated accounts oblige us, along the way, to engage in both ethology and philosophy. Combining serious scholarship with humor that will resonate with anyone, this book—with a foreword by noted French philosopher, anthropologist, and sociologist of science Bruno Latour—is a must not only for specialists but also for general readers, including dog owners, who will never look at their canine companions the same way again.

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Introducing "What Would Animals Say If We Asked the Right Questions?" (Volume 38), a groundbreaking book that will challenge everything you thought you knew about animals. In this captivating read, author Vinciane Despret dives into the incredible world of animal behavior, posing thought-provoking questions that will leave you questioning the boundaries between humans and animals. With a blend of scientific fables and lighthearted tales, Despret demonstrates that animals are far more complex and intelligent than we give them credit for.

Are you ready to discover the truth about animals? Strap in for a wild ride as you explore 26 intriguing chapters, each packed with amusing and eye-opening adventures involving animals and their interactions with humans. From researchers to zookeepers, these stories will challenge your preconceptions and push the boundaries of traditional thinking. Prepare to be astounded as Despret convincingly argues that our perception of what separates humans from animals is misguided.

Laugh-out-loud funny and undeniably enlightening, "What Would Animals Say If We Asked the Right Questions?" reveals the unexpected sides of animals that will forever change the way you perceive them. With a foreword by Bruno Latour, a renowned philosopher and sociologist of science, this book is a must-read for both specialists and those with a general interest in animal behavior. Whether you're a proud dog owner or simply curious about the world around you, prepare to have your mind blown.

Are you ready to embark on this thrilling journey of discovery? Don't miss out on this extraordinary book that blends humor, scholarship, and profound insights. Pick up your copy of "What Would Animals Say If We Asked the Right Questions?" today and witness the fascinating world of animal behavior unfold before your eyes.

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