Why Animals Talk: The New Science of Animal Communication

Why Animals Talk is a scientific journey through the untamed world of animal communication, revealing secrets that we are just beginning to decipher. It explains the science behind why animals are communicating and offers insights into our own language.

Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 25 January 2024
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Why Animals Talk? is a captivating scientific exploration into the enigmatic realm of animal communication. From the majestic howls of wolves and the enchanting chatter of parrots to the melodious clicks of dolphins and the spirited grunts of chimpanzees, these diverse and seemingly bizarre expressions are far from mere noise. In fact, they hold secrets that we are just beginning to unravel.

For instance, wolves, like humans, possess unique accents that distinguish their howls, and not only do dolphins give themselves names, but they also respond excitedly to recordings of the whistles of long-lost companions.

Chapter by chapter and animal by animal, Kershenbaum draws on his extensive research and observations of animals in the wild to explain the science behind why animals are communicating. Moreover, he reveals profound insights into our own language and why it is different, providing a comprehensive story of communication and how it works across the entire animal kingdom.

This captivating book has been praised by renowned authors such as Jessica Pierce, author of "Whose a Good Dog?" and "Why Animals Talk?" Tim Clutton-Brock, author of "Meerkat Manor," and Desmond Morris, author of "The Naked Ape." It is a must-read for anyone interested in the wonders of animal communication and the profound connections between animals and humans.

Weight: 486g
Dimension: 241 x 161 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241559857