This course is centered around Ed Yong's fascinating book, "An Immense World", which won the New York Times award for the of the best non-fiction book of 2022. We will explore the astonishing world of animal senses. This course wiill take us through the often bizarre ways that animals perceive their surroundings, far beyond the capacities of human senses.
In each session, we'll examine different senses and the range of animal perception that they enable. We'll explore echolocation in bats and dolphins. the magnetic sense in migratory birds, and the complex chemical communication of insects. We will discover together the diverse, complex and often mystifying sensory abilities that enable animals to interact with and navigate their world.
We will have lively discussions, and critical analysis, and In the process, you'll acquire a profound understanding of the myriad ways animals perceive and respond to their environment.
This course should be an exciting prospect for anyone intrigued by the extraordinary capabilities of the animal kingdom. Join us in unraveling the sensory marvels that define the animal world and extend your understanding of perception beyond the human experience.
