- Gebundene Ausgabe: 420 Seiten
- Verlag: William Morrow & Co (Oktober 1997)
- Sprache: Englisch
- ISBN-10: 068814862X
- ISBN-13: 978-0688148621
- Größe und/oder Gewicht: 23,9 x 15,2 x 3,8 cm
- Durchschnittliche Kundenbewertung: 5.0 von 5 Sternen Alle Rezensionen anzeigen (14 Kundenrezensionen)
- Amazon Bestseller-Rang: Nr. 400.024 in Englische Bücher (Siehe Top 100 in Englische Bücher)
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For three decades, primatologist Roger Fouts has been involved in language studies of the chimpanzee, the animal most closely related to human beings. Among his subjects was the renowned Washoe, who was "endowed with a powerful need to learn and communicate," and who developed an extraordinary vocabulary in American Sign Language. Another chimpanzee, Fouts writes, "never made a grammatical error," which turned a whole school of linguistic theory upside down. While reporting these successes, Fouts also notes that chimpanzees are regularly abused in laboratory settings and that in the wild their number has fallen from 5,000,000 to fewer than 175,000 in the last century.
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Can chimpanzees talk? As Fouts explains in this fascinating account, the answer to this question is no. But if the question is rephrased as, Can chimpanzees communicate using nonverbal language? the answer is a resounding yes. In the late 1960s, Washoe, a female chimpanzee, was taught American Sign Language in a groundbreaking study. Fouts was involved with Project Washoe from the beginning, and this account of the experiment and its aftermath reads like a novel. The ups (such as Washoe's inventions of novel signs or names for things) and downs (working with an unpredictable and arrogant senior scientist) of the unfolding story are intertwined with the scientific theories and concepts that underlie all the research being described. The similarities between humans and chimpanzees, particularly in their behavior (and language acquisition is the main behavior being studied), are emphasized and explained in the clear, easy-to-understand narrative. The evolutionary and genetic bases for these similarities are explored early in the text and are woven through the descriptions of Washoe's continuing acquisition of language. By comparing Washoe's behavior in captivity with both the behavior of wild chimpanzees and with autistic children, Fouts leads readers through complex scientific concepts while entertaining them with Washoe's (and his own) stories. What makes this book an exceptional popularization of scientific research is the authors' ability to charm with a fascinating story while also teaching why the story is so fascinating. Extensive notes round out a terrific book that is recommended for all libraries. Movie and foreign rights sold; special promotions to animal-rights groups planned. Nancy Bent
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THE FIRST CHIMPANZEE I EVER KNEW was Curious George, the mischievous hero of the classic children's book written by H. A. Rey. Lesen Sie die erste Seite
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THE FIRST CHIMPANZEE I EVER KNEW was Curious George, the mischievous hero of the classic children's book written by H. A. Rey. Lesen Sie die erste Seite
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Words will never express the impact this book will have on its readers. Anyone who cares, even remotely, about animals and about our stewardship regarding them will find in it all the arguments needed to be a convincing and impassioned advocate for the wellbeing of our fellow species.
Not all animals can communicate to the level that our nearest of kin can, but all of them suffer similarly when treated with anything less than compassion and concern.
I think Fouts should receive a Nobel Peace Prize. He has truly "captured" the chimpanzee as no one else has (with the exception of Jane Goodall). Instead of a Nobel, he has received the condemnation of those scientists with a vested interest in maintaining the "status quo" in research facilities, so that "their" chimpanzees are "safe" from Fouts' liberating ideas and will never receive the quality of life that is available to them in captivity when people care enough to respond with kindness and civility.
This is a landmark book. I can't recommend it highly enough. I applaud all those involved in its creation, and hope it will create the ripple in the water that will turn to a tidal wave of reaction and CAUSE the reforms so desperately needed where captive animals -- and their counterparts in the wild -- are concerned.
If you read it, you will never be the same.
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This is one of the best books ever written. It is a true story told with obvious sincerity, full of incredible support for why we should believe in our connection to chimpanzees and all other life on earth. It can never be forgotten.
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This is an excellent book. Make the time to read the first chapter, after that you won't put it down. -Enlightenment is a good thing.
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One of my best books!
I have just finished to read this book. I loved it! Together with Diane Fossey's "Gorillas in the mist", this is one of my bests. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 16. August 1999 veröffentlicht
This book is like gold -read it
I just finished reading this wonderful book. It realy toched me.It tought me so much about chimanzees and humanbeens our links and conection. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 11. August 1999 veröffentlicht
Some people are not human, but still deserve respect.
This is one of the best books I have ever read. I could hardly put it down. It is the autobiographical story of a graduate student who wanted to be a clinical psychologist... Lesen Sie weiter...
Veröffentlicht am 10. April 1999 von Duane Williams
Not to Be Missed!
I read this book in a day, though I didn't plan to--as soon as I began reading, I found myself unable to put it down. This is the story of both Dr. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 15. März 1999 veröffentlicht
One of my favorite books ever!!!
Several books have influenced my way of thinking on a day to day basis. Reading this book (in hardcover) has influenced me into animal activism. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 13. März 1999 veröffentlicht
The best book I've read in years!
This book is a beautifully written insight into the true nature of the chimpanzee. Roger Fouts shows us that chimpanzees are individual personalities with very human... Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 28. Februar 1999 veröffentlicht
More than just interesting!
I have never thougt that I could be interested in chimpanzees, but now I am.Fouts book is more than just a simple story. Take this book and you won`t stop reading. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 20. Dezember 1998 veröffentlicht
Students love it
I am a freshman at Central Washington University and for my first quarter classes I had psych 101 with Dr. Fouts. Dr. Fouts suggested to us to read his book and I decided to. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 4. Dezember 1998 veröffentlicht
A most compelling and thought-provoking book
I read this book in one day, I put aside everything else because I couldn't put this book down. It is one of the most compelling and thought-provoking book I've ever read. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 18. November 1998 veröffentlicht
Chimps ARE our next of kin
Roger Fouts presents his heart-warming story of his involvement in the study of chimpanzees and their ability to communicate with humans through the use of sign language. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 30. Oktober 1998 veröffentlicht
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