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"beyond words" book review
Williams' premise is simple: if it is true that animals can sense emotions--fear, for example--in humans, then why isn't the inverse also possible? She calls this concept "intuitive communication," describing it as the innate ability humans have to telepathically communicate with animals and other sentient beings throughout nature, including trees and insects. Realizing that such a notion will invariably be met with extreme skepticism, Williams presents a trove of anecdotal evidence collected from people throughout the world who have gained genuine insight into animal behavior. Indeed, it is this acceptance of initial aversion to her hypothesis that is Williams' greatest strength, for she takes pains to frankly and methodically present compelling evidence to support her claims. Working with everything from cats and dogs to bears and snakes, Williams explains how such communication works and outlines basic techniques. A passionate advocate for an unorthodox but potentially significant field of inquiry, Williams cogently demonstrates how intuitive communication may greatly affect environmental awareness.
Review by Carol Haggas writing for Booklist, the magazine the New York Times calls "an acquisitions bible for public and school librarians nationwide," the review journal of the American Library Association.
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