Book
Animals in translation : using the mysteries of autism to decode animal behavior
Record details
- ISBN: 9780743247696
- ISBN: 9780156031448 (paperback)
- ISBN: 9780156031448
- ISBN: 0743247698
- ISBN: 0156031442
- ISBN: 0156031442 (paperback)
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Physical Description:
358 page ; 21 cm.
356 p. ; 24 cm.
print - Publisher: New York : Scribner, c2005.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (pages [337]-342) and index. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | My story -- How animals perceive the world -- Animal feelings -- Animal aggression -- Pain and suffering -- How animals think -- Animal genius : extreme talents. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Animal behavior Animal intelligence Cognition in animals Psychology, Comparative Autism Autism in children Savant syndrome |
Available copies
- 12 of 12 copies available at BC Interlibrary Connect. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Prince Rupert Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 12 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Holdable? | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Rupert Library | 591.5 GRAN (Text) | 33294001446376 | Adult Non-Fiction | Volume hold | Available | - |
Summary:
Why would a cow lick a tractor? Why are collies getting dumber? Why do dolphins sometimes kill for fun? How can a parrot learn to spell? How did wolves teach man to evolve? Temple Grandin draws upon a long, distinguished career as an animal scientist and her own experiences with autism to deliver an extraordinary message about how animals act, think, and feel. She has a perspective like that of no other expert in the field, which allows her to offer unparalleled observations and groundbreaking ideas. People with autism can often think the way animals think, putting them in the perfect position to translate "animal talk." Grandin is a faithful guide into their world, exploring animal pain, fear, aggression, love, friendship, communication, learning, and, yes, even animal genius. Animals in Translation will forever change the way we think about animals.
