The Naked Ape by Desmond Morris | First American Edition Hardcover 1967

Vintage 1967 hardcover edition of The Naked Ape: A Zoologist’s Study of the Human Animal by Desmond Morris, published by McGraw-Hill. One of the most influential and controversial popular science books of the 20th century, this landmark work examines human behavior through the lens of zoology and evolutionary biology.

This copy is a First American Edition, third printing, and retains its iconic original dust jacket featuring the bold silhouette design that became synonymous with 1960s psychology, anthropology, and counterculture publishing.

Desmond Morris’s groundbreaking study became an international bestseller and remains highly collectible among readers of behavioral science, sociology, psychology, anthropology, and vintage scientific literature. The striking mid-century dust jacket design also gives the book strong retro decor and dark academia appeal.

Details

Title: The Naked Ape: A Zoologist’s Study of the Human Animal
Author: Desmond Morris
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Year: 1967
Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Edition: First American Edition / Third Printing

Condition
Vintage pre-owned condition with visible shelf wear, rubbing, edge wear, and age-related toning. Dust jacket shows moderate wear from handling and storage. Interior pages appear clean and readable with solid binding overall. Sold as-is and not tested. Please review all photos carefully.