For each of over 180 officially recognised pedigree dog breeds Morris provides a detailed history, and a full description of its qualities and characteristics, together with photographs of typical examples of the breed. Also, for each breed a list of colour forms is provided, together with the names and addresses of its breed clubs.

'Renowned animal behaviorist Desmond Morris has created an impressive guide to the history and variety of man's best friend. The entries are accompanied by over 500 line drawings, which express the character of the dogs represented in a way that photographs often fail to capture. Divided into four major categories -- Sporting Dogs, Livestock Dogs, Service Dogs, and Other Dogs -- each division is arranged by the specific purpose for which they were bred, and again by country of origin. For the reader interested in further research, many entries include extensive references. Morris also provides an annotated bibliography of the most important dog reference books from 1576 to the present, and two additional lists of reference books, arranged by region and by breed group. A must for dog lovers.'--'The Best of the Best Reference Sources,' American Libraries, May 2003.Looks at every recognized dog breed from the Affenpinscher to the Zanzibar Greyhound, discussing the behavior, origins, and qualities of each and offering a look at various theories of canine behavior. (view table of contents)

Product Description: The first time Morris has written about himself since his autobiography Animal Days (1979).Desmond Morris wrote his autobiography Animal Days recounting his life up to 1967 when he published The Naked Ape, the world-famous bestseller which portrayed the human species in a way that caused enormous controversy at the time and broke many religious and sexual taboos...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: In this new volume of autobiographical essays, Desmond Morris, the renowned natural historian, describes his travels around the world in fascinating and often hilarious detail, together with the observations about human behaviour to which they gave rise...read more

Product Description: A special penny. A poker chip. A rabbit’s foot. A seashell. Many people, even those who insist they are not superstitious, have some sort of icon or amulet just for luck. Belief in the power of these lucky charms, or body guards, is universal...read more

Product Description: How intelligent are horses? Why do they toss their heads, and what makes them paw the ground? Why do they swish their tails, and what makes them flare their nostrils? In Illustrated Horsewatching Desmond Morris gets out to answer these and numerous other questions of consuming interest to horse-lovers...read more

Product Description: ¿Por qué la cebra tiene rayas? ¿Cómo puede un camello atravesar el desierto durante días y días sin beber? ¿Qué hay de cierto sobre el cementerio de los elefantes? En este delicioso libro, el prestigioso zoólogo Desmond Morris escribe sobre los animales salvajes, muchos de los cuales pertenecen a especies a punto de exting...read more

An authority on felines presents a comprehensive reference source, spanning the entire world and thousands of years, discussing the history and nature of cats and offering anecdotes, legends, complete information about breeds, and much more. 15,000 first printing. (view table of contents)

Examines sex, child rearing, fighing, feeding habits, and exploration of man in an attempt to establish bonds with the animal kingdom

Based on a series shown on cable's The Learning Channel, a famous behaviorist shares his original and often startling take on human nature, gender roles, and the equality between men and women that appears our ancestral cultures. (view table of contents)

A biologist describes the different types of human intimacy, including both sexual and social situations, as well as the substitution of pets and inanimate objects (view table of contents)

The author of Catwatching and Catlore includes entries on every feline subject, from all the breeds of cats, to feline behavior, to noted cat owners, authors, and artists. BOMC.

Provides answers to questions about canine behavior, including 'Why do some dogs chase their tails?' and 'Do dogs have a sixth sense?'

An illustrated edition of a popular baby care guide addresses the most common questions about the first twelve months of life including 'Do babies dream?' 'Why do babies have large pupils?' and 'How strong are they?'

The author of Catwatching illustrates, describes, and explains six hundred common human gestures and examines how similar gestures mean different things in various cultures. Original. 30,000 first printing.

The companion to a six-part Discovery channel series reassesses human behavior in terms of our genetic heritage, providing a fascinating glimpse inside the world of evolutionary psychology that reveals why humans are the way they are. TV tie-in. 25,000 first printing. $25,000 ad/promo.

Product Description: The personality of the cat is a fascinating mixture of affection, domesticity and active independence. You may think you know your cat as he purrs in your lap, but come across your pet in the street on a dark night and you might think that Bagpuss suffers from a dual personality...read more

The acclaimed author of The Naked Ape brings his unique style to this discussion of wild animals--from the armadillo to the zebra--many of them endangered species.

Product Description: "A startling view of man, stripped of the facade we try so hard to hide behind."  In view of man's awesome creativity and resourcefulness, we may be inclined to regard him as descended from the angels, yet, in his brilliant study, Desmond Morris reminds us that man is relative to the apes--is in fact, the greatest primate of all...read more

The trained zoologist discusses almost everything readers want to know about cats, including why cats purr and the origin of the expression, 'it's raining cats and dogs.' Reprint. 75,000 first printing. (view table of contents)