The Industries of Animals by Frédéric Houssay
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"The Industries of Animals" by Frédéric Houssay is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work examines the various industries and activities of animals, exploring the intricate behaviors that resemble human industry, hunting, and survival strategies. Through a comparative lens, it delves into instinct and intelligence as fundamental components driving animal behavior. At the start of the book, Houssay introduces the concept of "animal industries" and contrasts the methods
of contemporary and historical naturalists. He discusses the shift from natural history to the natural sciences and highlights the significance of the theory of evolution in understanding animal behaviors. The opening chapters set the stage for an exploration of animal activities such as hunting, fishing, and methods of defense, suggesting a complex interplay between instinct and intelligence. Houssay establishes that a comprehensive study of animals can reveal fascinating parallels to human industries and behaviors, inviting readers to contemplate the rich tapestry of life in the animal kingdom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Houssay, Frédéric, 1860-1920 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 01024380 |
| Title | The Industries of Animals |
| Credits |
Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Animal behavior |
| Subject | Animals -- Habitations |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 29816 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-29816-0 |
| Release Date | Aug 26, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 743 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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