The Speech Of Monkeys (1892)

By Richard Lynch Garner, Richard Lynch 1848-1920 Garner, R.L. Garner

Book Overview

""The Speech of Monkeys"" is a book written by Richard L. Garner and published in 1892. The book explores the communication abilities of monkeys and their potential for language acquisition. Garner conducted experiments with various species of monkeys, including chimpanzees and orangutans, to study their vocalizations and gestures. He also examined their cognitive abilities and social behavior, and proposed that monkeys have the potential to develop a rudimentary language system. The book provides detailed observations and analysis of the experiments, as well as Garner's theories on primate communication and language. ""The Speech of Monkeys"" is considered a pioneering work in the field of animal communication and has influenced subsequent research in the area.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163943770
• ISBN13: 9781163943779
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 276 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"