Morris, Desmond

The Human Zoo

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ISBN 13:: 9780099482116
author:: Morris, Desmond
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Vintage
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1994
Pages:: 256
Genre:: Behavioural theory (Behaviourism)
Condition:: New
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The Human Zoo by Desmond Morris This study explores the similarities between city dwellers and captive zoo animals, examining the aggressive, sexual, and parental behaviour of humans under the stresses of urban living. Desmond Morris, author of The Naked Ape, delves into the tension between our biology and culture, revealing how power, sex, and status are expressed in our behaviour. Morris's compelling analysis sheds light on the complex dynamics of human behaviour in the city, where our natural instincts often clash with our cultural norms. This thought-provoking work is a fascinating exploration of the human condition, offering insights into our primal drives and the ways in which we adapt to our urban environment.

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