Description |
276 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations ; 24 cm |
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Includes bibliographical references (pages [261]-265) and index. |
Contents |
Saving Humphrey -- Minds in the water -- First insights -- In search of the dolphin Rosetta stone -- Nonterrestrial thinkers -- The face in the mirror -- Through the looking glass -- Cognitive cousins -- Reflections on dolphin minds -- Into the cove -- Ending the long loneliness -- Consortium of marine scientists and zoo and aquarium professionals call for an end to the inhumane dolphin drives in Japan. |
Summary |
Hunter college professor of psychology Dana Reiss is regarded as one of the world's leading authorities on dolphin intelligence and communication. This widely respected scientist is also a vigorous activist for these endangered animals. Her book The Dolphin in the Mirror draws on her expertise and personal experiences with these vital, extraordinarily interactive sea creatures to make an ardent case for their protection in the world's oceans. An intimate, enlightened defense of our playful ocean pals. |
Subject |
Dolphins -- Psychology.
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Dolphins -- Conservation.
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Human-animal relationships.
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ISBN |
9780547445724 |
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0547445725 |
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