altruistic behavior in animals

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altruistic behavior in animals

The bonobo and the atheist

in search of humanism among the primates
2014
A renowned primatologist argues that ethical behavior witnessed in animals is the evolutionary and biological origin of human fairness and explains that morality has more to do with natural instincts than with religion.

Primates and philosophers

how morality evolved
Explores the development of morality in humans, cites the author's work with primates as evidence for the evolutionary basis of ethics, and provides responses by other scientists to De Waal's arguments.
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Unlikely heroes

37 inspiring stories of courage and heart from the animal kingdom
2014
Shares thirty-seven stories of animals who acted heroically.

Horses with a mission

extraordinary true stories of equine service
2009
A series of twenty-one true stories about horses and how they impact the lives of people around them.

The altruism equation

seven scientists search for the origins of goodness
2006
Traces the history of the debate over the origins of goodness from the time of Charles Darwin to the present, exploring how various scientists have attempted to prove the true origins of altruism.

Beauty in the beasts

true stories of animals who choose to do good
2001
A collection of real-life accounts of cats, dogs, bears, horses, and other animals who have made a difference in people's lives.

The compassion of animals

true stories of animal courage and kindness
1997
Recounts true stories about cats, dogs, pigs, gorillas, and other animals that have rescued or comforted their owners in times of danger or illness.

Peaceful kingdom

random acts of kindness by animals
1997
A collection of stories about different animals, including dogs, cats, dolphins, seagulls, and pigs, that performed acts of love and compassion toward humans and other creatures.
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