Charles Foster
Being a Beast
- ISBN 13:
- 9781781255353
- author:
- Charles Foster
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Profile Books Main edition
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 13 x 1.5 x 20 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, Countries & Regions, Charles Foster,Being a Beast,Profile Books,1781255350,Natural History: Animal & Wildlife,Biography & Autobiography / Personal Memoirs,British Isles,Memoirs,NATURE / Animals / Wildlife,Nature & existence of
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Charles Foster's quest to understand what it means to be a beast is both fascinating and unique. He embarked on an experiment, immersing himself in the lives of various creatures, from badgers to otters, foxes, and swifts, to explore the inner worlds of each species. By living life as these animals, Foster aimed to grasp the essence of their experiences and, by extension, our own humanity. He discovered that every creature creates its own distinct world in its brain, shaped by sensory inputs such as lights, smells, and sounds. This groundbreaking concept raises intriguing questions about the nature of consciousness and our place within the natural world. This thought-provoking book delves into the neuro-scientific aspects of animal behavior, inviting readers to consider the complexities of living in another's skin - or rather, brain.
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