John Cunningham Lilly

The Mind of the Dolphin (Consciousness Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9780895561190
author:
John Cunningham Lilly
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Gateways Books & Tapes (US)
language:
English
Publication Year:
2015
Pages:
336
Dimensions:
24.6 x 15.5 x 1.8 cm
Genre:
Science & Nature, Biological Sciences, Animal Sciences
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 20 working days
£22.37

Description

Dr. John C. Lilly's groundbreaking work on dolphin intelligence explores the paradoxes of interspecies communication and delves into areas not previously documented in scientific literature. This 1967 book presents a detailed account of an experiment where a human and dolphin lived together in a specially designed house, shedding light on the complexities of their interaction. The expanded edition includes black-and-white photo plates and additional articles by Dr. Lilly on dolphins and other scientific subjects. While some of his findings have been refuted, Dr. Lilly's pioneering research remains an important contribution to our understanding of animal behavior and intelligence. This book has had a lasting impact on the study of dolphin communication and continues to be relevant today, offering insights into the natural world that are both fascinating and thought-provoking.

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