Reviews
In her thought-provoking book, British psychologist Raihani delves into the nature of human and animal intelligence across a remarkable range of species
The Thinking Animal puts humans in our place in the best sense. Raihani shows we are embodied, evolved beings who can only fully know ourselves in the context of other life. She offers a wise, timely account of how our minds are utterly unlike machines - and how a better understanding of our biological inheritance can play a vital part in building a better future
Nichola Raihani is the clearest thinker in a field overflowing with hype and outlandish thinking. She scythes through the bunkum with the clarity of a scientist and the grace of a gifted storyteller
The Thinking Animal is consistently fascinating and utterly absorbing. Every page contains an awe-inspiring insight. I will never look at other animals' minds, or my own, in quite the same way
[A] myth-busting exploration of 'the magnificent diversity of minds on earth' . . . Raihani's eye-opening insights and accessible storytelling make for a dazzling testament to brainpower
This brilliant book will change how you think about animal minds, and your own. Melding the latest research on a huge range of animals with a skeptical eye and humour, Nichola Raihani has made a great breakthough in explaining why animals - and humans - behave the way they do. I am so jealous - I really wish I had written this sparkling book! Very highly recommended