The Soul of the Ape & The Soul of the White Ant

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'The Soul of the Ape & The Soul of the White Ant' brings together two of Eugène Marais’s best-known works on animal behaviour and the mysteries of the natural world. Drawing on his observations of baboons and termites in the South African veld, Marais explores intelligence, instinct, social organisation and the relationship between individual and collective life. His writing moves beyond simple natural history, raising intriguing questions about consciousness and the similarities between human and animal behaviour. A fascinating collection for readers interested in Eugène Marais, South African natural history and the deeper philosophical questions inspired by the animal world.