Chimpanzee Politics
Power and Sex among Apes
(Autor) Frans De WaalThe first edition of Frans de Waal's Chimpanzee Politics was acclaimed not only by primatologists for its scientific achievement but also by politicians, business leaders, and social psychologists for its remarkable insights into the most basic human needs and behaviors. Still considered a classic, this updated edition is a detailed and thoroughly engrossing account of rivalries and coalitions—actions governed by intelligence rather than instinct. As we watch the chimpanzees of Arnhem behave in ways we recognize from Machiavelli (and from the nightly news), de Waal reminds us again that the roots of politics are older than humanity.
Frans De Waal
Frans De Waal is a renowned primatologist and ethologist, known for his groundbreaking work on the social behavior of animals. His most famous book, "Chimpanzee Politics," revolutionized our understanding of primate social dynamics. De Waal's engaging and accessible writing style has made his work essential reading for anyone interested in animal behavior.