Masson Jeffrey Bücher

Tiere werden gejagt, gefangengehalten, geschlachtet, gegessen, zu Versuchszwecken entsetzlichen Leiden ausgesetzt. In ihrem leidenschaftlichen Plädoyer appelieren die Autoren an uns Menschen, Tiere nicht für unseren Zweck zu missbrauchen. Anhand einer bunten Fülle faszinierender Beispiele zeigen sie zugleich, dass Tiere Gefühle haben. (Verlagstext).

`An unbelievably inspiring book' Peter Wohlleben, author of The Hidden Life of TreesDid you know that pigs frequently throw tantrums?Jeffrey Masson delves deep into the mysterious world of farm animals and reveals just how sophisticated these creatures truly are - capable of joy, sadness, love and friendship - just like us.

Anhand eindrucksvoller Beispiele aus Literatur und Wissenschaft sowie aus seinen eigenen Erfahrungen mit Hunden beweist Jeffrey M. Masson, dass die emotionalen Äußerungen von Hunden mehr sind als instinktive Reflexe. Wie der Mensch lernt, das ganze Repertoire an Körperhaltung, Bewegungen und Lauten zu verstehen, veranschaulicht er in diesem unterhaltsamen Beitrag zur Psychologie der Hundeseele.

In this engaging exploration, provocative psychoanalyst Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson takes readers into the secretive and playful world of cats, revealing their emotions and debunking common myths. Drawing from literature, history, and animal behavior research, he honors the feline’s evolution from solitary jungle creature to cherished companion. Through vivid storytelling and true anecdotes from cat experts and lovers, Masson examines the delights and mysteries of the feline heart. Central to the narrative are his candid observations of his own five cats, whose mischievousness, aloofness, and affection provide a lens to explore emotions ranging from contentment to jealousy, anger to love. He challenges the notion of cats as selfish, suggesting that their apparent self-centeredness is not vanity but rather a keen observation of their human companions. Cats, curious by nature, assess whether we are worthy of their attention, and while they may not need us in the same way we need them, they still seem to love us. This captivating work offers surprising insights and a fresh perspective on the deep bond shared between humans and their feline friends, making it a must-read for cat lovers and Masson’s fans alike.

From the New York Times bestselling author of When Elephants Weep and Dogs Never Lie About Love comes a personal tribute to 100 fascinating animals. B&W photos throughout. Full-color insert.