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Are we smart enough to know how smart animals are?

by Frans de Waal

This work examines the depth of animal intelligence and the evolution of cognitive research. It explores complex behaviours such as tool use and memory across diverse species, challenging long-held assumptions about the unique nature of human cognition.

Accession 11713 ISBN 9781783783045 Publisher —
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