The Human Animal

The Human Animal

The Human Animal

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The Human Animal

1994

1 Seasons

6 Episodes

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Overview

The Human Animal: A Personal View of the Human Species is a BBC nature documentary series written and presented by Desmond Morris, which focuses on the behaviour of homo sapiens, examining areas such as love and sex, baby rearing, the importance of urban habitat and the roots of our creativity.

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Desmond Morris

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Desmond Morris

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