Book description
The Arrogant Ape: A Gentle Rebellion Against Human Pride
Christine Webb's The Arrogant Ape is a breath-of-fresh-air manifesto that nudges us to see ourselves not as the pinnacle of evolution but as one thread in an intricate tapestry. The book opens with a clear, impassioned critique of "human exceptionalism" - the myth that we are uniquely intelligent or morally superior. Webb dismantles this illusion by showing how it fuels exploitation and ecological imbalance.
What makes her argument resonate is not just its scientific heft but its narrative warmth. Drawing on decades of fieldwork with primates, songbirds, prairie dogs, reef fishes, and even plants and fungi, Webb paints vivid portraits of the emotional and cognitive richness that lives beyond our species possess. She exposes biases in research that have long hidden these complexities, reminding us that much of what we consider uniquely human is, in fact, shared.
The book's real power lies in its reframing. Instead of simply warning against arrogance, Webb offers a hopeful vision: by recognizing the agency and culture of other organisms, humanity can reclaim humility, fostering deeper connection and sustainable stewardship. She argues that this shift benefits us as much as it benefits them, satisfying an ancient desire to belong to something larger than ourselves.
With accessible prose and compelling stories, The Arrogant Ape invites readers-whether scientists or curious laypersons-to reconsider our place in the natural world. It is a timely reminder that humility can be a catalyst for ecological healing, making this read essential for anyone interested in the future of our planet and our species.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience