The Trials of Life : A Natural History of Animal Behaviour book cover

Attenborough's Behaviour Classic

Nature Writing & Wildlife

The Trials of Life : A Natural History of Animal Behaviour

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From the moment of birth to the final days of existence, every animal faces extraordinary challenges in its struggle to survive and reproduce.


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About the book

This masterful exploration of animal behaviour examines the critical stages all creatures must navigate: finding food, establishing territory, attracting a mate, and raising young in a dangerous world. Drawing on decades of observation and groundbreaking wildlife filming, this natural history classic reveals the remarkable strategies animals have evolved to overcome life's obstacles. Whether it's the elaborate courtship rituals of birds of paradise, the cooperative hunting techniques of wolves, or the devoted parenting of orang-utans, each example illuminates the ingenuity and adaptability of the natural world. Both scientifically rigorous and deeply accessible, this is essential reading for anyone fascinated by animal behaviour and the evolutionary forces that shape life on Earth.

Book details

Published by HarperCollins Publishers

Audiobook ISBN: 9780008579920 10 Nov 2022 240 x 159 (mm) 650g 10 hrs