A revelation about life s unseen minds rediscovered and reborn for a new age. Thomas G. Gentry s Intelligence In Plants And Animals invites readers into a startling exploration of plant intelligence and animal cognition, bridging 19th-century inquiry and modern curiosity about consciousness in nature. Part scientific essay, part philosophical meditation, Gentry traces the pulse of sentience from root tip to brain, asking whether the soul and immortality are concepts confined to humans or echoed across living forms. This edition is more than a reprint. Long out of print, the work has been carefully restored and republished by Alpha Editions for today s and future generations, preserving original voice while making its insights accessible to modern readers. Rich with observations on plant sentience, animal behavior insights, and the mind in nature, the book offers a compassionate case for ecological consciousness and nature's intelligence that resonates with contemporary debates in plant and animal studies. Perfect for casual readers curious about plant intelligence book topics and collectors of classic thought, this volume is a cultural treasure a collector s item that blends historic significance with ongoing relevance. Whether you seek provocative ideas about soul and immortality, scholarly fodder on animal cognition, or inspiration for a deeper relationship with the living world, Gentry s work remains a stirring, essential read. Rediscover a forgotten voice in the study of consciousness in nature.