Al-Jahiz (776-868) was a philosopher,poet,zoologist and writer,one of the few Muslim scientists. Born in Bazra,Iraq,he was a celebrated writer who loved amusing anecdotes and keen observer of the social and natural worlds. Al-Jahiz wrote over 200 works,the most famous of which was his 7 volume 'Book of Animals. In this encyclopaedia he discusses animal communication and mimicry,social organisations,the intelligence of insects and mammals | |
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