Author: Pfungst, Oskar
Synopsis:
In "Clever Hans (The Horse of Mr. Von Osten): A contribution to experimental animal and human psychology," Oskar Pfungst delves into the fascinating story of Clever Hans, a horse who seemingly possessed the ability to perform complex mathematical calculations and answer questions through hoof tapping. As the world marveled at this extraordinary talent, Pfungst embarks on a scientific investigation to uncover the truth behind Hans' abilities. Through meticulous experiments and observations, he uncovers a surprising explanation that challenges our understanding of animal intelligence and human psychology.
Genres: Non-fiction, Psychology, Animal Studies
Themes: Animal cognition, Human-animal communication, Scientific inquiry
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