-Wonderful . . . Endlessly interesting and beautifully written- DAILY TELEGRAPH
-Steady-headed and fun- SUNDAY TIMES
-Read this book and, I promise, you-ll never listen to animals in the same way again- JESSICA PIERCE, author of Who-s a Good Dog?
Why Animals Talk is a scientific journey through the untamed world of animal communication. From the majestic howls of wolves and the enchanting chatter of parrots to the melodic clicks of dolphins and the spirited grunts of chimpanzees, these diverse and seemingly bizarre expressions are far from mere noise. In fact, they hold secrets that we are just beginning to decipher.
For example, wolves - just like humans - possess unique accents that distinguish their howls, and not only do dolphins give themselves names, but they also respond excitedly to recordings of the whistles of long-lost companions.
Chapter by chapter and animal by animal, Kershenbaum draws on his ex
