Morris, Desmond
Overview
| Works: | 1,184 works in 3,953 publications in 13 languages and 52,396 library holdings |
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| Genres: | Trivia and miscellanea Biographies Encyclopedias Autobiographies History Folklore Catalogs Criticism, interpretation, etc Dictionaries Documentary films |
| Roles: | Author, Contributor, Editor, win, Author of introduction, Other, Scientific advisor, wpr, Narrator, Director, Producer, Author of screenplay, osp, Host, wat, Creator, Illustrator, Bibliographic antecedent, Photographer, Honoree, Compiler, Artist, Interviewee, Commentator |
| Classifications: | GN280.7, 599.9 |
Publication Timeline
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Most widely held works about
Desmond Morris
- Animal days by Desmond Morris( Book )
- Watching : encounters with humans and other animals by Desmond Morris( Book )
- The naked eye : my travels in search of the human species by Desmond Morris( Book )
- The art of ancient Cyprus : with a check-list of the author's collection by Desmond Morris( Book )
- The secret surrealist : the paintings of Desmond Morris by Desmond Morris( Book )
- Desmond Morris : 50 years of surrealism by Silvano Levy( Book )
- The surrealist world of Desmond Morris by Desmond Morris( Book )
- Desmond Morris : analytical catalogue raisonne 2000-2010 by Silvano Levy( Book )
- Desmond Morris discusses The naked ape with columnist Robert Cromie( Recording )
- Mono desnudo u homo sapiens? by John Lewis( Book )
- Konrad Lorenz's Discussion with Richard Evans : Reactions and Reflections( Visual )
- Lines of thought : the drawings of Desmond Morris by Silvano Levy( Book )
- Desmond Morris : pintor surrealista by Desmond Morris( Book )
- Luo yan : tan suo ren lei de lü xing by Desmond Morris( Book )
- The naked eye : travels in search of the human species by Desmond Morris( Book )
- The Immortal genes( Visual )
- Desmond Morris: recent paintings : Spring 1974( Book )
- Desmond Morris : recent paintings by Desmond Morris( Book )
- Naked ape or homo sapiens? by John Lewis( Book )
- [Desmond Morris : Australian Art and Artists file]( Book )
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Most widely held works by
Desmond Morris
The naked ape : a zoologist's study of the human animal by
Desmond Morris(
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104 editions published between 1967 and 2017 in English and Undetermined and held by 3,573 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In this anthropological study which places man, distinguished by the nakedness of his skin, alongside the apes and monkeys, the author "examines man's fundamental motives and behavior ... Human feeding, grooming, sleeping, fighting, mating, and taking care of the young are reviewed."
104 editions published between 1967 and 2017 in English and Undetermined and held by 3,573 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In this anthropological study which places man, distinguished by the nakedness of his skin, alongside the apes and monkeys, the author "examines man's fundamental motives and behavior ... Human feeding, grooming, sleeping, fighting, mating, and taking care of the young are reviewed."
The human zoo by
Desmond Morris(
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86 editions published between 1960 and 2009 in English and held by 2,732 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Situation of modern urban man is comparable to that of an animal in a zoo; both are in artificial environment and display neurotic symptoms and behavior. Theory applied to status seeking, sexual behavior, forming of in-groups, and search for stimulation
86 editions published between 1960 and 2009 in English and held by 2,732 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Situation of modern urban man is comparable to that of an animal in a zoo; both are in artificial environment and display neurotic symptoms and behavior. Theory applied to status seeking, sexual behavior, forming of in-groups, and search for stimulation
Intimate behaviour by
Desmond Morris(
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57 editions published between 1971 and 2016 in 3 languages and held by 2,067 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A zoologist writes a books discussing all aspects of intimacy between animals, as well as, humans. Desmond Morris keeps his opinions to himself and describes human behaviour as seen through the objective eyes of a zoologist. The facts, he trusts, will speak for themselves, and will speak loudly enough for the reader to form his own conclusions
57 editions published between 1971 and 2016 in 3 languages and held by 2,067 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A zoologist writes a books discussing all aspects of intimacy between animals, as well as, humans. Desmond Morris keeps his opinions to himself and describes human behaviour as seen through the objective eyes of a zoologist. The facts, he trusts, will speak for themselves, and will speak loudly enough for the reader to form his own conclusions
Manwatching : a field guide to human behavior by
Desmond Morris(
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64 editions published between 1977 and 2001 in 4 languages and held by 1,801 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A catalogue of human actions, postures, gestures, facial expressions, clothing, and adornments includes explanations of their underlying causes and meanings
64 editions published between 1977 and 2001 in 4 languages and held by 1,801 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A catalogue of human actions, postures, gestures, facial expressions, clothing, and adornments includes explanations of their underlying causes and meanings
Gestures, their origins and distribution by
Desmond Morris(
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35 editions published between 1979 and 1982 in English and held by 1,760 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Examining the gesture repertoire found in twenty-five countries, this study of conscious body language interprets the actions, postures, movements, and expressions of people engaged in conversation
35 editions published between 1979 and 1982 in English and held by 1,760 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Examining the gesture repertoire found in twenty-five countries, this study of conscious body language interprets the actions, postures, movements, and expressions of people engaged in conversation
Cat watching by
Desmond Morris(
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46 editions published between 1986 and 2011 in 5 languages and held by 1,460 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Why cats purr and everything else you ever wanted to know"--Jacket subtitle
46 editions published between 1986 and 2011 in 5 languages and held by 1,460 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Why cats purr and everything else you ever wanted to know"--Jacket subtitle
Dogs : the ultimate dictionary of over 1,000 dog breeds by
Desmond Morris(
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9 editions published between 2001 and 2008 in English and held by 1,221 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Renowned animal behaviorist Desmond Morris has created an impressive guide to the history and variety of man's best friend. The entries are accompanied by over 500 line drawings, which express the character of the dogs represented in a way that photographs often fail to capture. Divided into four major categories -- Sporting Dogs, Livestock Dogs, Service Dogs, and Other Dogs -- each division is arranged by the specific purpose for which they were bred, and again by country of origin. For the reader interested in further research, many entries include extensive references. Morris also provides an annotated bibliography of the most important dog reference books from 1576 to the present, and two additional lists of reference books, arranged by region and by breed group. A must for dog lovers."--"The Best of the Best Reference Sources," American Libraries, May 2003
9 editions published between 2001 and 2008 in English and held by 1,221 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Renowned animal behaviorist Desmond Morris has created an impressive guide to the history and variety of man's best friend. The entries are accompanied by over 500 line drawings, which express the character of the dogs represented in a way that photographs often fail to capture. Divided into four major categories -- Sporting Dogs, Livestock Dogs, Service Dogs, and Other Dogs -- each division is arranged by the specific purpose for which they were bred, and again by country of origin. For the reader interested in further research, many entries include extensive references. Morris also provides an annotated bibliography of the most important dog reference books from 1576 to the present, and two additional lists of reference books, arranged by region and by breed group. A must for dog lovers."--"The Best of the Best Reference Sources," American Libraries, May 2003
Dogwatching by
Desmond Morris(
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26 editions published between 1986 and 2016 in 4 languages and held by 1,151 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Why dogs bark and everything else you ever wanted to know"--Jacket subtitle
26 editions published between 1986 and 2016 in 4 languages and held by 1,151 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Why dogs bark and everything else you ever wanted to know"--Jacket subtitle
The mammals; a guide to the living species by
Desmond Morris(
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22 editions published in 1965 in English and German and held by 1,028 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Comprehensive listing and classification of all mammals with complete descriptions, habits and habitat of a selected 300
22 editions published in 1965 in English and German and held by 1,028 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Comprehensive listing and classification of all mammals with complete descriptions, habits and habitat of a selected 300
Horsewatching by
Desmond Morris(
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24 editions published between 1988 and 2015 in English and Spanish and held by 1,018 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Celebrates the horse's nobility, strength, beauty, and speed, as well as its long history
24 editions published between 1988 and 2015 in English and Spanish and held by 1,018 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Celebrates the horse's nobility, strength, beauty, and speed, as well as its long history
Bodytalk : the meaning of human gestures by
Desmond Morris(
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11 editions published between 1985 and 1998 in English and held by 955 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This world guide is the first attempt ever made to bring together in a single volume, human gestures from all around the world. More than 600 common gestures are illustrated, described, and explained. We all use gestures. They are the extra language we employ when words fail. We cross our fingers for luck, give the V sign, or offer a cheerful thumbs-up. In our own country we know exactly what these signs mean and we rarely use them inappropriately or mistake their meaning. In foreign countries, however, they may have different meanings, or we may encounter new gestures that we cannot understand
11 editions published between 1985 and 1998 in English and held by 955 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This world guide is the first attempt ever made to bring together in a single volume, human gestures from all around the world. More than 600 common gestures are illustrated, described, and explained. We all use gestures. They are the extra language we employ when words fail. We cross our fingers for luck, give the V sign, or offer a cheerful thumbs-up. In our own country we know exactly what these signs mean and we rarely use them inappropriately or mistake their meaning. In foreign countries, however, they may have different meanings, or we may encounter new gestures that we cannot understand
Primate ethology by
Desmond Morris(
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18 editions published between 1967 and 1978 in 3 languages and held by 923 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
18 editions published between 1967 and 1978 in 3 languages and held by 923 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The naked woman : a study of the female body by
Desmond Morris(
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27 editions published between 2004 and 2007 in English and Spanish and held by 920 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"In this new study, people-watcher Desmond Morris turns his skill and attention to the female form and takes the reader on a guided tour from head to toe. Highlighting the evolutionary functions of biological features that all women share, Morris explores the enhancements and constraints that human societies have developed in the quest for control and perfection of the female body. Written from a zoologist's perspective and packed full of scientific fact, fascinating accounts, and thought-provoking conclusions, The Naked Woman builds on Desmond Morris's experience as an observer of the human animal."--Jacket
27 editions published between 2004 and 2007 in English and Spanish and held by 920 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"In this new study, people-watcher Desmond Morris turns his skill and attention to the female form and takes the reader on a guided tour from head to toe. Highlighting the evolutionary functions of biological features that all women share, Morris explores the enhancements and constraints that human societies have developed in the quest for control and perfection of the female body. Written from a zoologist's perspective and packed full of scientific fact, fascinating accounts, and thought-provoking conclusions, The Naked Woman builds on Desmond Morris's experience as an observer of the human animal."--Jacket
Animalwatching by
Desmond Morris(
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19 editions published between 1990 and 1991 in English and held by 911 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Captioned color photographs and text describe the wide range of animals and their behaviors
19 editions published between 1990 and 1991 in English and held by 911 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Captioned color photographs and text describe the wide range of animals and their behaviors
Cat world : a feline encyclopedia by
Desmond Morris(
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13 editions published between 1996 and 2000 in English and held by 893 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
|a With nearly a thousand entries, Desmond Morris's Catworld is a fascinating and unique feline encyclopedia. Here you will find information about the eighty breeds of domestic cats (from Abyssinian to York Chocolate), the thirty-six species of wild cats, and every famous individual cat (from Felix to Macavity). Morris presents, too, the origins of various pedigree breeds as well as the myths and legends that surround them. Every aspect of feline behavior, anatomy, and biology - ranging from hunting to courtship, whiskers to purring, coat patterns and colors - is examined. And he includes a full list of feline terminology, explaining such terms as "ailurophile" and "stud cat." Rounding out this compendium, Morris provides captivating lore about cats and people. There are entries on such famous cat lovers as Florence Nightingale and Brigitte Bardot; cat haters, including William Shakespeare and President Dwight Eisenhower; and cat fearers, ranging from Alexander the Great to Napoleon Bonaparte. Morris also gives us his list of the 100 best books about cats and information about the finest cat organizations. Here are details on famous writers and artists who have used felines as their subjects, and the facts on legendary cat stars such as Morris and Pyewacket
13 editions published between 1996 and 2000 in English and held by 893 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
|a With nearly a thousand entries, Desmond Morris's Catworld is a fascinating and unique feline encyclopedia. Here you will find information about the eighty breeds of domestic cats (from Abyssinian to York Chocolate), the thirty-six species of wild cats, and every famous individual cat (from Felix to Macavity). Morris presents, too, the origins of various pedigree breeds as well as the myths and legends that surround them. Every aspect of feline behavior, anatomy, and biology - ranging from hunting to courtship, whiskers to purring, coat patterns and colors - is examined. And he includes a full list of feline terminology, explaining such terms as "ailurophile" and "stud cat." Rounding out this compendium, Morris provides captivating lore about cats and people. There are entries on such famous cat lovers as Florence Nightingale and Brigitte Bardot; cat haters, including William Shakespeare and President Dwight Eisenhower; and cat fearers, ranging from Alexander the Great to Napoleon Bonaparte. Morris also gives us his list of the 100 best books about cats and information about the finest cat organizations. Here are details on famous writers and artists who have used felines as their subjects, and the facts on legendary cat stars such as Morris and Pyewacket
Catlore by
Desmond Morris(
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19 editions published between 1987 and 2015 in English and held by 817 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Answers questions about feline behavior and discusses the myths and history of cats throughout the ages
19 editions published between 1987 and 2015 in English and held by 817 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Answers questions about feline behavior and discusses the myths and history of cats throughout the ages
Owl by
Desmond Morris(
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17 editions published between 2009 and 2018 in English and held by 817 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A natural and cultural history of the owl, this wide-ranging book takes in owl folk-tale, myth and legend, as well as owls in literature, film, art and popular culture
17 editions published between 2009 and 2018 in English and held by 817 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A natural and cultural history of the owl, this wide-ranging book takes in owl folk-tale, myth and legend, as well as owls in literature, film, art and popular culture
The naked ape by
Desmond Morris(
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100 editions published between 1967 and 2018 in 10 languages and held by 775 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A zoologist's study of man and the whole range of human activities, gestures and emotions
100 editions published between 1967 and 2018 in 10 languages and held by 775 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A zoologist's study of man and the whole range of human activities, gestures and emotions
The lives of the surrealists by
Desmond Morris(
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10 editions published in 2018 in English and held by 766 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Surrealism did not begin as an art movement but as a philosophical strategy, a way of life, and a rebellion against the establishment that gave rise to the First World War. In Lives of the Surrealists, Desmond Morris concentrates on the artists as people--as remarkable individuals. What were their personalities, their predilections, their character strengths and flaws? Focusing on the thirty-five artists most closely associated with the surrealist movement, Morris lends context to their life histories with narratives of their idiosyncrasies and their often complex love lives, alongside photos of the artists and their work"--
10 editions published in 2018 in English and held by 766 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Surrealism did not begin as an art movement but as a philosophical strategy, a way of life, and a rebellion against the establishment that gave rise to the First World War. In Lives of the Surrealists, Desmond Morris concentrates on the artists as people--as remarkable individuals. What were their personalities, their predilections, their character strengths and flaws? Focusing on the thirty-five artists most closely associated with the surrealist movement, Morris lends context to their life histories with narratives of their idiosyncrasies and their often complex love lives, alongside photos of the artists and their work"--
Bodywatching : a field guide to the human species by
Desmond Morris(
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21 editions published between 1985 and 2001 in English and Chinese and held by 759 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"This book is a visual celebration of the human form, with Desmond Morris leading us on a vastly entertaining and informative anecdotal guided tour of the body as he explores every visible body unit. He describes how each part works and how it signals emotions and attitudes or beliefs in the different cultures of the world."--[book jacket]
21 editions published between 1985 and 2001 in English and Chinese and held by 759 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"This book is a visual celebration of the human form, with Desmond Morris leading us on a vastly entertaining and informative anecdotal guided tour of the body as he explores every visible body unit. He describes how each part works and how it signals emotions and attitudes or beliefs in the different cultures of the world."--[book jacket]
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Related Identities
- Morris, Ramona Author
- Parker, Steve 1952- Contributor
- Chong, Rae Dawn Actor
- Whitfield, Philip Author
- Orr, Richard
- McGill, Everett Actor
- Farrand, John Editor
- Sarde, Philippe Composer
- Agostini, Claude
- Brach, Gérard
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Animal behavior Animals Animal specialists Anthropologists Antiquities Art--Private collections Body language Cats Cats--Behavior Cyprus Dog breeds Dogs Dogs--Behavior England Ethologists Europe Gesture Great Britain Horses Horses--Behavior Human anatomy Human-animal relationships Human behavior Human beings Human beings--Animal nature Human body Human body--Social aspects Interpersonal relations Mammals Morris, Desmond Nonverbal communication Owls Owls in art Owls in literature Pottery, Ancient Pottery, Cypriot Pottery--Private collections Primates--Behavior Psychology Psychology, Comparative Sex Sex role Surrealism Surrealist artists Touch Travel Women Women--Evolution Women--Physiology Zoologists
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Alternative Names
Desmond John Morris
Desmond Morris
Desmond Morris brit zoológus
Desmond Morris britischer Zoologe, Verhaltensforscher, Publizist und Künstler
Desmond Morris britisk zoolog
Desmond Morris Brits schrijver
Desmond Morris English zoologist, ethologist and surrealist painter
Desmond Morris primatólogo y etólogo británico
Desmond Morris zoolog, etolog și pictor suprarealist englez, autor de sociobiologie umană
Desmond Morris zoologiste britannique
Desmond Morris zoologo e etologo inglese
Dezmond Moris
Moris, Dezmond
Morisas Desmondas
Moriss, Desmonds
Moriss, Desmonds 1928-
Morris D.
Morris D. 1928-
Morris, D. R.
Morris, D. R. 1928-
Morris, Desmon 1928-
Morris, Desmond
Morris, Desmond 1928-
Morris, Desmond J.
Morris, Desmond J. 1928-
Morris, Desmond John
Morris, Desmond John 1928-
Morris, John Desmond 1928-
Morrisas Desmondas
nnna Morris, Desmond, 1928-
Дезмонд Морис
Десмонд Морріс
Моррис Д. Д. 1928-
Моррис, Десмонд
Моррис, Десмонд 1928-
דזמונד מוריס
דזמונד מוריס סופר בריטי
מאריס, דסמונד 1928-
מוריס, דסמונד
מוריס, דסמונד 1928-
دزموند موریس
دزموند موریس جانورشناس، رفتارشناس و نقاش سورئالیست انگلیسی
ديزموند موريس
ديزموند موريس، 1928-
ديسموند موريس
ডেসমন্ড মরিস
막리사, 덕사몽덕
막리사, 덕사몽덕 1928-
모리스, 데스먼드
모리스, 데스먼드 1928-
모리스, 데스몬드
모리스, 데스몬드 1928-
모리스, 데즈먼드
모리스, 데즈먼드 1928-
デズモンド・モリス
デズモンド・モリス イギリスの動物学者
デズモンドモリス
デズモンドモリス 1928-
モリス, D.
モリス, デズモンド
德斯蒙德·莫利斯
戴斯蒙徳・莫里斯
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