Animal Musicalities

Discover the fascinating intersection of art and animal behavior in Animal Musicalities by Rachel Mundy, published by Wesleyan University Press in 2024. This thought-provoking book explores how the conflicts between science and the humanities have influenced our understanding of the relationship between music and the animal kingdom. Over the past 150 years, the voices and bodies of animals have served as crucial benchmarks for evaluating natural differences, shaping our perceptions of both art and biology. With 264 pages of insightful analysis, Mundy invites readers to reconsider the boundaries that separate human creativity from the instinctual expressions of our animal counterparts. Ideal for anyone interested in the fields of musicology, animal studies, or the philosophy of art, Animal Musicalities promises to be an enlightening addition to your bookshelf.