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The Human Zoo

Book • 1705
In 'The Human Zoo', Desmond Morris examines the nature of civilized society, particularly in cities, by comparing humans to animals in zoos.

He discusses how both humans and zoo animals face challenges in unnatural environments, such as isolation and boredom, and how they adapt to these conditions.

The book explores themes of status, consumerism, and the consequences of urban living on human behavior.

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Konstantin Kisin
when discussing urbanization and its impact on human behavior.
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Eva Angofra
to discuss the limited number of emotional relationships humans had in the past compared to the present.
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