The Expression of The Emotions In Man and Animals – Audiobook: The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals: Charles Darwin's Seminal Study on Emotional Expression
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The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals by Charles Darwin: The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals is a scientific work by Charles Darwin that examines the expression of emotions in humans and animals. Published in 1872, the book explores the evolutionary origins and universality of facial expressions, providing insights into the communication of emotions across species and shedding light on the nature of human emotions.
Key Aspects of the Book "The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals":
Evolutionary Perspective: The book applies an evolutionary framework to the study of emotions, considering their adaptive value and tracing their origins across different species.
Facial Expressions: Darwin's detailed analysis of facial expressions and their connection to specific emotions offers valuable insights into the universality and nonverbal communication of emotions.
Psychology and Ethology: The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals bridges the fields of psychology and ethology, contributing to our understanding of emotions and their expression in both humans and animals.
Charles Darwin (1809-1882) was an English naturalist, geologist, and biologist, best known for his theory of evolution and his book On the Origin of Species. The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals represents Darwin's exploration of the intersection between biology, psychology, and animal behavior, highlighting his multidisciplinary approach to scientific inquiry.
