Desmond Morris

Desmond Morris

Desmond Morris (b. 1928) is a British zoologist, ethologist, and author known for his pioneering work on human and animal behavior. Born in Wiltshire, England, he gained international fame with his groundbreaking book The Naked Ape (1967), which examines human behavior through the lens of biology and evolution.

A prolific writer and researcher, Morris has published numerous works on topics ranging from animal communication to human body language. His engaging style and interdisciplinary approach have made complex scientific ideas accessible to a broad audience, cementing his reputation as a leading figure in popular science.

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    By : Desmond Morris

    The Naked Ape

    The Naked Ape peels back the veneer of civilization to reveal humanity in its rawest, most primal form—an intricate dance of instincts, desires, and survival etched deep within our biology. Through sharp observation and vivid analogy, it challenges us to confront the paradox of a species both marvelously evolved and perpetually at odds with its own nature. What truths lie hidden beneath our skin, and how does understanding our animal origins reshape the story we tell about ourselves? This provocative exploration invites readers to reconsider what it truly means to be human, caught between instinct and intellect, flesh and culture.

    • Originally Published: 1967
    • Publisher : Vintage, 2005
    • Genre: Sociology
    • Pages: 192
    • Book Type: Hardcopy
    • ISBN-13: 978-0099482017
    • Access: Members