Morris, Desmond

Every aspect of feline behavior, anatomy, and biology--ranging from hunting to courtship, whiskers to purring, coat patterns and colors--is examined. Also includes lore about cats and people.

Captioned color photographs and text describe the wide range of animals and their behaviors.

Photographs and text explore the lives and characteristics of apes from Africa, focusing on gorillas, chimpanzees, bonobos, and orangutans; and discussing ape intelligence, daily needs, communication, social behaviors, stages of life, natural threats, and more.

Examines infant development from a variety of scientific perspectives. Features full-color photographs, illustrations, and overlays as well as weekly and monthly descriptions of physical and behavioral development.

Compares human and primate behavior and arrives at the conclusion that human beings have in fact evolved from primates.