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Two Black children crouching in forest examining moss and insects on fallen log using magnifying glasses, wearing backpacks and hats, exploring nature during outdoor adventure

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Denyse O'Leary
Date
November 14, 2025

Categorized
Human exceptionalism

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Arrogant Ape (book 2025), Christine Webb, Elle Hunt, Featured, John Horgan, Marc Bekoff, William Egginton}

Mass Delusion Is Interesting — Especially Among Opinion Leaders

_{The reaction to a new book, The Arrogant Ape, provides a classic in elite opinion, aired without reference to reality} _{Denyse O'Leary
November 14, 2025

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Human exceptionalism}

All these intellectual worthies choose to miss the point: No life form other than humans writes books, reviews books, or contemplates any of the issues raised. Read More ›

African animals, baboons sleeping, high in trees for safety, huddled together to keep warm during the cool night

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News
Date
September 9, 2025

Categorized
Animal mind, Human exceptionalism

Tagged
Arrogant Ape (book 2025), Barbara J. King, Christine Webb, reason}

Baboons as the New Humans: The Disney Effect at work

_{As a recent review in Science shows, the Disney Effect allows even research scientists to ignore the differences between animal minds and the human mind} _{News
September 9, 2025

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Animal mind, Human exceptionalism}

The Arrogant Ape points its finger at humanity. But in truth, the arrogance lies in denying the obvious — and nearly universal — judgment of humanity. Read More ›