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In this fascinating book, distinguished researchers outline primatological insights in six areas: sex, parenting, behavioral development, aggression/dominance, culture and kinship. ... Read more

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Despite their common interest in social behaviour and its evolution, traditional socioecology and the newer sociobiology have never been satisfactorily integrated. This is mainly a consequence of different emphases, the first focusing on the social system and its ecological determinants, the second on the individual and the genetical implications of behaviour. By attempting to integrate these two well developed bodies of theory, this book opens up new perspectives on social behaviour. This perspective is relevant not only to the study of primates, but to all taxonomic groups. The author's standpoint reflects the rapidly growing view among primatologists in particular (and social biologists in general) that social behaviour needs to be approached in an integrated multidisciplinary way. The book focuses mainly on well-studied species of higher primates. This book should be of interest to second and third year undergraduate students of sociobiology and psychology; also of interest to research workers in ethology, sociobiology, psychology and anthropology. ... Read more

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This volume and its companion Nonhuman Primates in Biomedical Research: Biology and Management represent the most comprehensive publications of their type on nonhuman primates. This volume addresses the diseases of nonhuman primates with an emphasis on the etiological factors, clinical signs, diagnostic pathology, therapy, and management. Its companion volume serves as a general reference for those who provide care for these animals and for those who use them in biomedical research. ... Read more

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This title is suitable for ages 6-12. While humans are different from monkeys, apes, and lemurs, they are all primates and are similar in many ways. For example, primates make many sounds that humans make, such as sneezes, burps, hiccups, and even laughter! This book identifies the members of the primate family tree and describes how they are different from each other. The book describes: reproduction, communication, and feeding; the complex social structures of primates; chimpanzees, bonobos, orangutans, and gibbons; Old and New World monkeys; how people are different; and what is being done to rescue threatened primates from destruction by their human cousins. ... Read more

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Drawing on over 50 years of combined experience, The Laboratory Nonhuman Primate provides a quick reference source for technicians working with non-human primates in biomedical research. It details basic information and frequently used procedures such as duties of animal husbandry, facility management, regulatory compliance, and technical procedures involved in research.Valuable to both experienced individuals and to those without extensive training, the text includes management practices and technical procedures on a variety of topics including restraint, intubation, tuberculin skin testing, blood, urine, and bone marrow collection, canine disarming, and much more. The Laboratory Nonhuman Primate presents procedures in a clear, easy-to-follow format so you can easily incorporate them into facility standard operating procedures. ... Read more

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This contributed text introduces students to primates through 34 essays written expressly for this volume by experts in their research areas. ... Read more

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Great deal
I think this book is quite valuable. I like the insert pictures in it. It shows me a totally new world about nonhuman primate.
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A compilation of essays on primates
This is a good reference book for those with a strong background in biology who are interested in primates.The essays are well organized and color photos in the center provide easy reference to some species.However, the language can be difficult to understand.I would notrecommend it for someone who is looking for lite reading ... Read more

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Ages 5 to 9 years. Children are fascinated by monkeys all kinds. They will be even more amazed by the similarities many monkeys have to humans and their other fellow primates. Using simple text and beautiful, full-colour photographs, this book brings to life the habitats and behaviours of all the different kinds of primates, including apes, lemurs, and humans. Beautiful photographs, delightful illustrations, and easy to follow text combine to help readers understand: the physical and behavioural characteristics of different primates; how primates find food; how primates raise their young. ... Read more

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Good Book
I bought this as a gift for my cousin's 7th birthday. He's rather mature for his age so I struggled for a while trying to a find an appropriate book that wouldn't be too far over his head but still enough of a challenging read that he wouldn't become quickly bored with it. He's very interested in monkeys right now and absolutely loved this book. It has some great pictures along with plenty of educational info about monkeys. ... Read more

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Fun Photos
The author did a great job of photographing primates in casual situations.I really enjoyed looking thru it.It IS mostly photos, black and white, but that does not detract from the interesting situations. ... Read more

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"A superb introduction to the most fascinating group of animals onearth." -- Desmond Morris "The British primatologists John and PrueNapier have, during two decades, prepared both popular books andstringently technical volumes within their irresistible and activediscipline. Now they have compiled another handsomely illustrated briefsurvey. Half of the book is a compact, full profile of these our kin,primates figured and described genus by genus the world around. The restpresents a clear and current account of the classification, origin,structure and behavior of the most distinctive order of mammals. Thelast chapter reviews the current understanding of human evolution, thejigsaw puzzle of our own origin that we crave to assemble out of sofragmentary a set of fossil pieces." -- Philip Morrison, ScientificAmerican

As our closest living relatives, monkeys and apes hold a special appeal.This natural history, written in a clear and lively fashion by twodistinguished primatologists, provides a basic, fully illustratedintroduction to the order of primates. ... Read more

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amazing
Got to me extremely quickly andin great condition as stated by seller. I definitely recommend buying from this seller ... Read more

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This text references the natural history of each of themore than 200 species of non-human primates. The text may be used for self-directed learning or as a reference for the reader. Threemajor headings—Attributes, Ecology, and Social Behavior. Includesfossile records, food and diet, communication, taxonomy, and socialdynamics.

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not the best
I think the CD-ROM would be great to have, but I can't find it anywhere! Noel Rowe's _Pictorial Guide to the Primates_ is much much better.

Wonderful reference book
As a primatologist, I suggest that this book would make an excellent addition to community college libraries. It gives specific information regarding diet, location (including a map), social groupings, and currentstatus as well as a clear image of the primate. I use it to supplementtexts, as it covers a variety of species not usually discussed.

interesting but not effective
This was a great reference book, but not a favorite of mine. I bought this version for a primates class yet it only helped minimally. The suggested class texts by Collinge and Napier proved to be by far the most effectivetools in our research,the actual cd-rom version was very nice b/c it was incolor and photographs could be viewed easier. The resale value was pooralso!

Multimedia Guide to the Nonhuman Primates
This is a very informative book, easy to read andunderstand.It should be required to all first yearAnthropology and Science students. ... Read more

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This unique volume provides a comprehensive and up-to-date examination of all aspects of the biology of the Old World monkey genus, Theropithecus, which evolved alongside our human ancestors. This genus is represented today by only one rare species. The authors explore the fossil history and evolution of the genus, its biogeography, comparative evolutionary biology and anatomy, and the behavior and socioecology of the living and extinct representatives of the genus. The parallels between the evolution of Theropithecus and early hominids are discussed. There are also two chapters of particular significance that describe how an innovative and exciting approach to the modeling of the causes of species extinction can be used with great success. This highly multidisciplinary approach provides a rare and insightful account of the evolutionary biology of this fascinating and once highly successful group of primates. ... Read more

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The purpose of this volume is to present a comprehensive overview of recent advances in primate field research, ecology, and conservation biology in Mesoamerica. The overall goal of each contribution is to integrate newly collected field data with theoretical perspectives drawn from evolutionary biology, socioecology, biological anthropology, and conservation to identify how our current knowledge of primate behavior and ecology has moved beyond more traditional approaches. A corollary to this, and an important goal of the volume is to identify geographical regions and species for which we continue to lack sufficient information, to develop action plans for future research, and to identify areas for immediate conservation action. Despite many decades of primate research in Mesoamerica, much is still unknown concerning the basic ecology and behavior of these species, demography, current distribution, and conservation status of local populations, and the effectiveness of conservation policies on primate survivorship. Four major areas of research are the focus of the volume: Evolutionary Biology and Biogeography; Population Demography and Ecology; Behavior; and Conservation and Management Policies.