Gorilla Behavior

by Terry L. Maple

Pp. viii, (4), 1-290; numerous black-and-white photos, line-drawings and maps. Publisher's original black cloth, lettered in gilt on the spine and front cover, lg 8vo. This book begins with an extensive review of the animal's taxonomic status, natural history and life in the wild. The volume presents a detailed picture of the gorilla's motor behavior, emotions, and repertoire of communicative gestures and sounds. In addition the work covers the sexual behavior of gorillas and provides coverage of birth, parental behavior, and the early development of gorillas (from the front jacket flap). No ownership marks and no signs of use.

290 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1982