Dr. Desmond Morris is one of the most famous and controversial biologists of our time. He is best known for his theory of "body-mind" interaction, his work on the primate brain, and his role in popularizing Charles Darwin's work in modern society. His books have been translated into twenty languages and have been the basis for many scientific papers, including a series of papers which were subsequently published in the scientific journal Nature
His books have been called "extraordinary" by The New York Times. Dr. Morris has lectured to audiences in Europe, Asia, South America, Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
He was a consultant to the BBC for their documentary series The Human Body and has also worked extensively with television documentaries, including a two-part special on evolution for WGBH Boston/WNET New York. In 1964 he was appointed world authority on primates by the World Wildlife Fund (now World Wide Fund for Nature). In 1966 he became a consultant to London Zoo on primate education and housing design.
In 1973 he was an advisor to the National Geographic Society on primate issues and in 1975 he began a ten-year period as a consultant to the National Science Foundation on primate research and conservation issues in Brazil. He is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and has received honorary degrees from institutions in Brazil, Mexico, Columbia, Switzerland America Cuba India Pakistan Sweden etc...
I viewed my fellow man not as a fallen angel, but as a risen ape.Desmond Morris
There are 193 living species of monkeys and apes. 192 of them are covered with hair. The exception is a naked ape self-named Homo Sapiens.Desmond Morris
No matter how old we become, we can still call them 'Holy Mother' and 'Father' and put a child-like trust in them.Desmond Morris
