Apes And Monkeys: Their Life And Language (1900)

Apes and Monkeys: Their Life and Language is a book written by Richard Lynch Garner and first published in 1900. The book is an exploration of the behavior, intelligence, and communication skills of primates. Garner draws on his own experiences studying primates in captivity, as well as the work of other researchers in the field.The book is divided into three parts. The first part focuses on the physical characteristics and behavior of primates, including their diet, social structure, and reproductive habits. The second part delves into the cognitive abilities of primates, including their problem-solving skills, memory, and ability to learn language. Garner argues that primates are capable of complex thought and communication, and that they should be treated with greater respect and understanding.The third part of the book is devoted to Garner's own experiments in teaching language to primates. He describes his efforts to teach a chimpanzee named ""Gua"" to communicate using a modified form of American Sign Language. While Garner's methods were controversial at the time, they helped pave the way for future research into primate communication and cognition.Overall, Apes and Monkeys: Their Life and Language is a fascinating look at the world of primates and their abilities. While some of Garner's views may be outdated by modern standards, the book remains an important contribution to the field of primatology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.