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The human animal : a natural history of the human species. Beyond survival /

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This program explores the biological basis for creativity and the human propensity for creative expression and art appreciation. The proliferation of visual art for symbolic, decorative and narrative purposes is discussed within the context of "adult playfulness," the meaningful pursuits i...

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Bibliographic Details
Corporate Authors: British Broadcasting Corporation. Natural History Unit, Discovery Channel (Firm), TLC Video (Firm), Films for the Humanities (Firm)
Other Authors: Morris, Desmond
Format: Video VHS
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] : Princeton, N.J. : TLC Video ; Films for the Humanities & Sciences, [1999]
Subjects:
Human behavior.
Creative ability.
Creation (Literary, artistic, etc.)
Arts.
Arts > Psychological aspects.
Aesthetics.
Symbolism in art.
Decoration and ornament.
Narrative art.
Art appreciation.
Behavior evolution.
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Summary:This program explores the biological basis for creativity and the human propensity for creative expression and art appreciation. The proliferation of visual art for symbolic, decorative and narrative purposes is discussed within the context of "adult playfulness," the meaningful pursuits in which people engage when not involved in survival-related activities.
Item Description:Originally broadcast in 1994 on the Discovery Channel.
Based on the book by Desmond Morris.
"FFH8911."
Videorecording.
Physical Description:1 videocassette (50 min.) : sound, color with black and white sequences ; 1/2 in.
Format:VHS.
Production Credits:Photography, Eric Huyton ; editor, Stuart Napier ; music, Howard Blake and Guy Michelmore.