In Quest of the Sacred Baboon

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Set against the backdrop of a journey from a Zurich zoo to the deserts of Ethiopia and Saudi Arabia, this narrative captures the early days of primate field research through the lens of the Hamadryas baboon. Kummer's experiences tracking these baboons reveal their complex social structures and behaviors, paralleling human societies. His vivid storytelling intertwines encounters with both the baboons and local nomadic tribes, offering insights into the baboons' grooming rituals and familial dynamics, making the account both informative and engaging for a broad audience.