02505cam a22003493u 4500 48844 UtSlPG 20260610134125.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 17012151 UtSlPG en iso639-1 GV QL James, George Wharton, 1858-1923 The Story of Captain, the Horse with the Human Brain Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-05-01 Produced by Larry Harrison, Cindy Beyer, Ross Cooling and the online Project Gutenberg team with images provided by The Internet Archives-US "The Story of Captain, the Horse with the Human Brain" by George Wharton James is an engaging narrative that blends elements of biography and animal intelligence study, likely written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on Captain, a remarkably trained horse, who demonstrates intelligence akin to that of a human, performing complex tasks and tricks under the guidance of his owner, Captain W. A. Sigsbee. Through Captain's story, the author aims to not only entertain but also to instill a deeper understanding and respect for animal intelligence among readers. At the start of the narrative, the introduction sets the stage for Captain's remarkable abilities as the author recounts his first encounter with the educated horse during a public performance. Captain captivates the audience by showcasing his ability to count, respond to commands, and even perform simple arithmetic while maintaining a playful demeanor. As the story unfolds, readers learn about Captain’s background, his relationship with Sigsbee, and the gentle and loving training methods employed to cultivate his talents. Through Captain's narrative, which he recounts in first person, readers gain insights into his experiences, thoughts, and feelings, enhancing the story’s charm and emphasizing the bond between humans and animals. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Telepathy -- Fiction Captain (horse) Horses -- Biography Horses -- Psychology https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48844 89682 89682