New Releases by Konrad Lorenz

Comparative Studies on the Behaviour of Anatinae is Konrad Lorenz''s work on the study of the Anatinae family which is a subfamily of the family Anatidae (swans, geese and ducks). Lorenz studied instinctive behavior in animals, especially in greylag geese and jackdaws. Working with geese, he rediscovered the principle of imprinting (originally described by Douglas Spalding in the 19th century) in the behavior of nidifugous birds. In later life his interest shifted to the study of humans in society.

In this wonderful book, the famous scientist and best-selling author, Konrad Lorenz, ''the man who talked with animals'', enlightens and entertains us with his illustrated account of the unique relationship between humans and their pets. Displaying Lorenz''s customary humanity and expert knowledge of animals, Man Meets Dog is also a deeply personal and entertaining account of his relationships with his own four-legged friends. With charming sketches on almost every page, Man Meets Dog offers a delightful insight into animal and human thinking and feeling. An essential companion for all lovers of dogs (and cats!).

An enlightening and entertaining account of the unique relationship between humans and their pets. It offers a delightful insight into animal and human thinking and feeling. An essential companion for all dog lovers!

Documents the social conduct of wild geese with anecdotes about specific geese who take on strikingly human characteristics

Based on Vergleichende Verhaltensforschung: Grundlagen der Ethologie, 1978.

\"The subject of this book is aggression, that is to say the fighting instinct in beast and man which is direced against members of the same species\"--Introduction.