"The Ring of King Solomon" Author: Konrad Lorenz Publisher: CITIC Press

Introduction
This is not a fairy tale, but it makes you feel that all the anthropomorphic descriptions of animals in fairy tales are so reasonable. Because Lorenz tells you: the truth is more unexpected and interesting than any poor imagination.
★Are cruel atrocities hidden in the seemingly peaceful fish tank? Animals do not need to learn like humans to have a unique "language" for intimate conversations? When you feel sympathy for the animals in the zoo, they are actually very satisfied with their leisurely state?
★Wolves will not bite off their companions' necks when fighting, and crows will not peck at their own eyes. If animals develop weapons that can kill their own kind during the process of evolution, then in order to survive, these animals must form a corresponding social taboo to prevent such weapons from endangering the survival of the species. Humans have created weapons other than their bodies and use them without restraint. Should we also have sufficient taboos? Will humans be destroyed one day because of their own inventions?
★This classic popular science book by Lorenz, winner of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, inspires people to care for animals and think about human behavior through his calm observation and passionate description of animal behavior: No artistic form of expression can describe the reality and touching moments of life.
"King Solomon's Ring" is a classic popular science book by the famous popular science writer and Nobel Prize winner in Physiology Lorenz. This book cleverly combines scientific knowledge with literary interest, introducing readers to the interesting world of animal behavior. The author introduces vivid stories of animals such as fighting fish, water shrews, and jackdaws to make people realize the beauty of nature and the significance of animal behavior.
Why is the book titled "King Solomon's Ring"? Lorenz said: "According to historical records, King Solomon could talk to birds, beasts, insects and fish, but he needed the help of a ring. I can do this, although I can only talk to a few animals that I am particularly familiar with, but I don't need the help of the magic ring. He is not as good as me in this respect! Living life can tell us the most beautiful and true stories without the help of magic. The true face of nature is a thousand times more beautiful than the realm that poets can describe."
About the Author
Lorenz is a famous Austrian zoologist and the founder of modern animal behavior. He won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1973 for his pioneering achievements in animal behavior research. In addition to his academic achievements, Lorenz is most praised for his popular writing on animal behavior. He has written many works, including "King Solomon's Ring", "The Seasons of Grey Goose", "The Family History of Dogs", "The Secret of Attack", etc. Through his profound observation and brilliant writing, readers can experience the rigor and fun of scientific research.
Table of contents · · · · · ·
Preface 001
Preface 007
Chapter 1 Animal Trouble 017
Chapter 2 Happiness Starts from the Fish Tank 029
Chapter 3: Violence in the Fish Tank 039
Chapter 4 Poor Fish 047
Chapter 5 Laughing at Animals 067
Chapter 6 Sympathy for Animals 081
Chapter 7: Choosing Animals 091
Chapter 8 Animal Language 113
Chapter 9: Shrew Training 131
Chapter 10 Contract 155
Chapter 11 Long-term Residents 171
Chapter 12 Morality and Weapons 225