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Montagu, Ashley
1905
1999
Ashley-Montagu, Montague Francis
Montagu, Montague Francis Ashley
Montagu, M. F. Ashley (Montague Francis Ashley)
Mentor, Academicus
Lilly, John Cunningham
1915
2001
Lilly, John C.
63064591
The Dolphin in History
The history of the dolphin, by A. Montagu -- Modern whales, dolphins, and porpoises as challenges to our intelligence, by J.C. Lilly.
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"The Dolphin in History" by Ashley Montagu and John Cunningham Lilly is a scientific publication written in the early 1960s. This work explores the history and intelligence of dolphins, combining contemporary research with classical literature to highlight the connections between humans and these remarkable mammals. The authors aim to rekindle appreciation for dolphins by examining their historical significance, intelligence, and the myths that surround them. The opening of the text sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the dolphin, reflecting on both its biological classification and the rich tapestry of cultural narratives that have characterized human perceptions of these creatures. Montagu begins by discussing the historical loss of knowledge regarding dolphins and how stories from antiquity, often dismissed as mere myths, contain kernels of truth about their behavior and relationships with humans. The authors introduce various anecdotes and scientific observations that reveal dolphins’ friendly nature, intelligence, and their interactions with people, challenging readers to reconsider how they view these mammals and the myths that have shaped their legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Dolphins -- Folklore
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Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
Category: Science - Biology
Category: Archaeology & Anthropology
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