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Coalitions and alliances in humans and other animals

Coalitions and alliances in humans and other animals

AnimalsPsychology
Pages
531
Published
1992
Language
English

Synopsis

This academic volume explores the intricate dynamics of coalitions and alliances across various species, including humans. It delves into the evolutionary and behavioral aspects of cooperation and competition, drawing insights from sociobiology and comparative psychology. The book examines how these social structures form and function, offering a comprehensive look at the strategies animals employ for group cohesion and individual advantage.

Prose complexity
10/10

Vibe

InformativeIntellectualComplexThought-Provoking

Genres

Animals Psychology Science & Nature Sociology

Authors

A
A. H. Harcourt

A. H. Harcourt writes about social structures in the natural world. Their books, like "Coalitions and alliances in humans and other animals" and "Gorilla society," offer insights into group dynamics.

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Frans de Waal

Frans de Waal has been named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People. The author of Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are?, among many other works, he is the C. H. Candler Professor in Emory University’s Psychology Department and director of the Living Links Center at the Yerkes National Primate Research Center. He lives in Atlanta, Georgia.