The Artistic Animal: An Inquiry into the Biological Roots of Art

This paperback edition shows signs of wear, including some edge scuffing and a small sticker mark on the cover. The spine is intact, and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or markings. There is no dust jacket, as is typical for paperbacks.

"The Artistic Animal: An Inquiry into the Biological Roots of Art" by Alexander Alland, Jr. was published in 1977 by Anchor Books, Anchor Press/Doubleday in Garden City, New York. This first edition explores the intersection of art, biology, and psychology, probing into the innate human drive for artistic expression. Alexander Alland, Jr., a respected figure in anthropology, delves into the evolutionary aspects of art, offering insights that are both scholarly and accessible. This edition is distinct for its comprehensive approach to understanding art's biological foundations. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in the interdisciplinary study of art and human behavior. The paperback format shows some wear, typical for its age, but remains intact and readable. This edition is a rare find for collectors and scholars alike.