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by Desmond Morris (Author)
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  • Paperback: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Vintage; New edition edition (6 Oct 2005)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0099482010
  • ISBN-13: 978-0099482017
  • Product Dimensions: 19.4 x 13 x 1.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 11,144 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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    #5 in  Books > Health, Family & Lifestyle > Psychology & Psychiatry > Schools of Thought > Behavioural Theory
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    #40 in  Books > Society, Politics & Philosophy > Social Sciences > Anthropology

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5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book about the human condition., 18 Feb 2001
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A truly enlightening account of the human condition. Using a scientific approach, refering to Darwinian theory, Desmond Morris explains many of the physiological and phsychological characteristics of human beings. This book seems to hit the nail on the head and although written over 30 years ago, still makes perfect sense.
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The benchmark for popular anthropology, 7 April 2003
By Eugene Rodrique (London, England) - See all my reviews
The Naked Ape covers a vast amount of natural science and psychology yet still remains compelling to read. Morris really hits the nail on the head even 30 years later. This study, the first popular one studying the human as an animal species shows us in a completely new light. You certainly never look at mankind in the same light again; so much of our seemingly bizarre behaviour is explained here.

Although I would recommend Morris' The Human Zoo over this book as it is more thorough, the Naked Ape is a great introduction to anthropology.

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5.0 out of 5 stars By far the most comprehensive and indepth book I have read!, 23 Aug 2000
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Every sentance contains so much to think about. One chapter may take some time to fully appreciate. Psychology, sociology and physiology are all covered in magnificent detail. You may never look upon other people in the same way again. You will find that the chapter on sex is a brilliant insight. Well worth investing your time in.
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