Mama's Last Hug by Frans de Waal
"Mama's Last Hug" explores the emotional lives of animals, focusing on the profound connections between humans and other species. Through a series of compelling stories and scientific insights, the book delves into the ways animals express emotions such as joy, grief, and empathy, challenging the traditional view that emotions are uniquely human. The narrative is anchored by the poignant story of Mama, a chimpanzee, whose final embrace with a human researcher highlights the deep emotional bonds that can exist across species. The book ultimately argues for a greater understanding and appreciation of the emotional capacities of animals, urging readers to reconsider their relationships with the natural world.
The 12656th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2019
- Nationality
- Unknown
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 352
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
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- Mama's laatste omhelzing
- Mamas Letzte Umarmung
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award (2011-2023) (PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award)