9781332283446 - Studies in the Dynamics of Behavior (Classic Reprint) de Stone, Calvin P. (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of animal behavior, specifically focusing on the intricate relationship between genetics, environment, and temperament. The author, a pioneer in the field, examines the differences in wildness and savageness in rats, drawing comparisons between wild-caught rats and those bred in controlled laboratory settings. The book's core thesis is rooted in the burgeoning field of animal psychology in the early 20th century, where researchers sought to understand the role of heredity and nurture in shaping animal behavior. Through meticulously designed experiments and detailed observations, the author challenges prevailing assumptions about the nature of temperament, demonstrating the significance of genetic predisposition in determining an animal's behavioral tendencies. Ultimately, this work offers a groundbreaking examination of how inherent traits, influenced by both genetics and environment, impact the complex interplay between an individual's nature and its social adaptation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.