Bonobo and Chimpanzee: The Lessons of Social Coexistence by Takeshi Furuichi (En

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Bonobo and Chimpanzee by Takeshi Furuichi, Reiko Matsuda Goodwin This book describes the similarities and differences between two species, bonobos and chimpanzees, based on the three decades the author has spent studying them in the wild, and shows how the contrasting nature of these two species is also reflected in human nature. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This book describes the similarities and differences between two species, bonobos and chimpanzees, based on the three decades the author has spent studying them in the wild, and shows how the contrasting nature of these two species is also reflected in human nature. The most important differences between bonobos and chimpanzees, our closest relatives, are the social mechanisms of coexistence in group life. Chimpanzees are known as a fairly despotic species in which the males exclusively dominate over the females, and maintain a rigid hierarchy. Chimpanzees have developed social intelligence to survive severe competition among males: by upholding the hierarchy of dominance, they can usually preserve peaceful relations among group members. In contrast, female bonobos have the same or even a higher social status than males. By evolving pseudo-estrus during their non-reproductive period, females have succeeded in moderating inter-male sexual competition, and in initiating mateselection. Although they are non-related in male-philopatric society, they usually aggregate in a group, enjoy priority access to food, determine which male is the alpha male, and generally maintain much more peaceful social relations compared to chimpanzees. Lastly, by identifying key mechanisms of social coexistence in these two species, the author also seeks to find solutions or "hope" for the peaceful coexistence of human beings."Takeshi Furuichi is one of very few scientists in the world familiar with both chimpanzees and bonobos. In lively prose, reflecting personal experience with apes in the rain forest, he compares our two closest relatives and explains the striking differences between the male- dominated and territorial chimpanzees and the female-centered gentle bonobos."Frans de Waal, author of Mamas Last Hug - Animal Emotions and What They Tell Us about Ourselves (Norton, 2019) Back Cover This book describes the similarities and differences between two species, bonobos and chimpanzees, based on the three decades the author has spent studying them in the wild, and shows how the contrasting nature of these two species is also reflected in human nature. The most important differences between bonobos and chimpanzees, our closest relatives, are the social mechanisms of coexistence in group life. Chimpanzees are known as a fairly despotic species in which the males exclusively dominate over the females, and maintain a rigid hierarchy. Chimpanzees have developed social intelligence to survive severe competition among males: by upholding the hierarchy of dominance, they can usually preserve peaceful relations among group members. In contrast, female bonobos have the same or even a higher social status than males. By evolving pseudo-estrus during their non-reproductive period, females have succeeded in moderating inter-male sexual competition, and in initiating mate selection. Although they are non-related in male-philopatric society, they usually aggregate in a group, enjoy priority access to food, determine which male is the alpha male, and generally maintain much more peaceful social relations compared to chimpanzees. Lastly, by identifying key mechanisms of social coexistence in these two species, the author also seeks to find solutions or "hope" for the peaceful coexistence of human beings. "Takeshi Furuichi is one of very few scientists in the world familiar with both chimpanzees and bonobos. In lively prose, reflecting personal experience with apes in the rain forest, he compares our two closest relatives and explains the striking differences between the male- dominated and territorial chimpanzees and the female-centered gentle bonobos." Frans de Waal, author of Mamas Last Hug - Animal Emotions and What They Tell Us about Ourselves (Norton, 2019) Author Biography Dr. Takeshi Furuichi is a Professor at the Primate Research Institute, Kyoto University, Japan. He has been studying bonobos in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and chimpanzees in Uganda for more than 35 years. His main interests are in the sexual behaviors and life histories of females. He also studies the evolutionary process of early humans, collaborating with researchers working on human fossils and hunter-gatherers. Table of Contents Feature Written by a unique primatologist who has studied both bonobos and chimpanzees in the wild for over three decades Uses simple, straightforward language to help general audiences as well as professional researchers learn about the similarities and differences between bonobos, chimpanzees and humans Introduces readers to the social atmosphere among bonobos and chimpanzees, drawing on a wealth of photographs taken by the author in the wild Details ISBN9811380589 Author Reiko Matsuda Goodwin Publisher Springer Verlag, Singapore Series Primatology Monographs Language English Year 2019 Edition 1st ISBN-10 9811380589 ISBN-13 9789811380587 Imprint Springer Verlag, Singapore Subtitle The Lessons of Social Coexistence Place of Publication Singapore Country of Publication Singapore Translated from Japanese DEWEY 500 Format Hardcover Translator Reiko Matsuda Goodwin Pages 149 Publication Date 2019-12-06 Short Title Bonobo and Chimpanzee DOI 10.1007/978-981-13-8059-4 UK Release Date 2019-12-06 Edited by Zeguang Lu Birth 1974 Affiliation Massachusetts Institute of Technology Position journalist Qualifications S. J. Edition Description 1st ed. 2019 Alternative 9789811380617 Audience Professional & Vocational Illustrations 51 Illustrations, color; 15 Illustrations, black and white; VII, 149 p. 66 illus., 51 illus. in color. We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:126364565;

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