Description
Book SynopsisResearch suggests chimpanzees may understand some of the epitemological aspects of visual perception, such as how the perceptual act of seeing can have internal several interpretations. These 15 studies were conducted with chimpanzees and young children on their understanding of visual perception.
Table of ContentsAbstract v
I Reconstructing the Evolution of Psychological Development 1
II Understanding Visual Perception 17
III Understanding who can see you: Preliminary Investigations 25
IV Understanding who can see you: Further Investigations 67
V Assessing Validity with Young Children 106
VI Conclusions 120
Appendix 141
References 143
Acknowledgements 152
Commentary
On Not Understanding Minds 153
R. Peter Hobson
Chimpanzee Social Cognition 161
Michael Tomasello
Reply
Growing up Ape 174
Daniel J. Povinelli
Contributors 190
Statement of Editorial Policy 191
