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Alex and Me: How a Scientist and a Parrot Discovered a Hidden World of Animal Intelligence - and Formed a Deep Bond in the Process
Author: Irene M. Pepperberg
Year: October 28, 2008
Format: PDF
File size: PDF 1.5 MB
Language: English

Year: October 28, 2008
Format: PDF
File size: PDF 1.5 MB
Language: English

The Plot: 'Alex and Me' is a captivating tale that delves into the heartwarming and groundbreaking relationship between Dr. Irene Pepperberg, a renowned psychologist, and Alex, an African Grey parrot. This story defies the conventional notion that animals, especially birds, lack intelligence and cognitive abilities, challenging the status quo of scientific understanding. Set against the backdrop of the cutting-edge field of animal cognition, this narrative explores the unprecedented bond between a scientist and her feathered companion, showcasing their unique collaboration in uncovering the hidden world of animal intelligence. The plot revolves around Dr. Pepperberg's quest to study Alex's language abilities, which led to a profound discovery - the realization that Alex possessed an extraordinary capacity for communication and comprehension of complex concepts. As they spent more time together, Dr. Pepperberg and Alex developed a deep connection, with the parrot displaying a remarkable ability to understand abstract ideas, reason, and problem-solve. Their partnership not only revolutionized our understanding of avian intelligence but also transformed Dr.
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