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The Soul of an Octopus

By Sy Montgomery

A Surprising Exploration into the World of Consciousness. Atria Paperback, 2015.

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The Soul of an Octopus

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A deep plunge into the depths of the octopus—one of our planet’s most intriguing and intelligent animals, which, while very different from humans, also shares several aspects with them, including the capacity to think, feel, and have an awareness of self.

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Who should read The Soul of an Octopus

Naturalists • scuba divers • aquarium lovers • animal appreciators • anyone interested in one of the most intelligent creatures of the sea

About the author of The Soul of an Octopus

Sy Montgomery has written numerous New York Times bestsellers, including The Good Good Pig and The Soul of an Octopus. She is not just an author, but also a naturalist and documentary scriptwriter who has won awards from numerous organizations including the Humane Society and the New England Independent Booksellers Association. Montgomery’s most recent publication is The Hawk’s Way.

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