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“Lovely, celebratory. For all the belittling of ‘bird brains,’ [Ackerman] shows them to be uniquely impressive machines . . .” —New York Times Book Review
“A lyrical testimony to the wonders of avian intelligence.” —Scientific American
An award-winning science writer tours the globe to reveal what makes birds capable of such extraordinary feats of mental prowess
Birds are astonishingly intelligent creatures. According to revolutionary new research, some birds rival primates and even humans in their remarkable forms of intelligence. In The Genius of Birds, acclaimed author Jennifer Ackerman explores their newly discovered brilliance and how it came about.
As she travels around the world to the most cutting-edge frontiers of research, Ackerman not only tells the story of the recently uncovered genius of birds but also delves deeply into the latest findings about the bird brain itself that are shifting our view of what it means to be intelligent. At once personal yet scientific, richly informative and beautifully written, The Genius of Birds celebrates the triumphs of these surprising and fiercely intelligent creatures.
Ackerman is also the author of Birds by the Shore: Observing the Natural Life of the Atlantic Coast.
Publisher : Penguin Books; Reprint edition (April 11, 2017)
Language : English
Paperback : 352 pages
ISBN-10 : 0399563121
ISBN-13 : 978-0399563126
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 5.4 x 0.71 x 8.3 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book has fascinating information and a great mix of science and anecdotes. They describe it as well-researched, engaging, and easy to read. Readers also say it’s a good book for bird lovers and nature lovers in general. They mention it’s a great gift for a nature lover. However, some find the readability disappointing, frustrating, and dull. Opinions are mixed on the ease of use and story quality, with some finding it easy and entertaining, while others say it tends to be technical at times.
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