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A Gibbon Guide to
Health & Harmony

by David Schruth, Ph.D.

How did we, as modest primates, survive in trees for tens of millions of years? How should we, as undeniable heirs of this arboreal heritage cope with our self-imposed dispossession to a drastically dissimilar terrestrial plane of existence?

The answer to these questions are addressed in this short but charmingly engaging book. On the surface it provides a delightful photographic overview of the lives of gibbons, but the accompanying text further explores what these primates can teach us about flourishing in our own lives. These wholly arboreal apes of Southeast Asia, who live in monogamous pairs and eat a diet of mostly fruiting plants, serve as stoical examples of harmonious living. The volume elaborates on the innate epochs of their natural wisdom through exploration of gibbon-inspired routes to personal growth, healthier habits, stronger relationships, and a sustainable future. The messaging is concise and original photography breathtaking, with conclusions that will leave you amazed, inspired, motivated, and renewed.




Praise for the Guide

"An interesting concept exploring how to live a fuller life by looking at how gibbons live in their natural habitat--with original photographs of these lesser apes in their homeland of Southeast Asia. I hope many other readers will be interested in adopting the gibbon lifestyle, without having to brachiate thru the trees."

-Noel Rowe,
(publisher of the "All the World's Primates" book & website www.alltheworldsprimates.org
and director of Primate Conservation Inc www.primate.org)
"Wow!!! I finished [the book] yesterday including the appendices. Admittedly, I kept a dictionary next to me while reading; I wanted to understand all I could! I learned so much and [it] opened my mind to ideas and facts I've never considered. I'm not sure how to compliment [it] without sounding cliche. I'm beyond impressed by [its] brilliance & [this perspective on] life, love, & living in such a pure and simple way. [The] photography & descriptions are amazing. I truly was oblivious to Gibbons until I read [this] book. To me [Schruth] is a genius & I can't wait to watch what's next!"

-Nancy Davis


Proceeds towards Charity

* 50% of costs may be allocated to support
an environmental charity of your choice--listed here:

Gibbon Conservation Center (donate here for [up to] 50% off)
Gibbon Conservation Alliance (donate here for [up to] 50% off)
Gibbon Conservation Society (donate here for [up to] 50% off)
Endangered Primate Rescue Center (donate here for [up to] 50% off)
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Gabi throws a berry to a hungry Silvery gibbon
at the Mootnick Center in Santa Clarita, CA, USA


Gibbon Geography (interactive maps)

link to the "Global Gibbons" Google Map page (locations of observation sites and samples of photos featured in the book)



super secret link to the (Gibbon Guide to Health & Harmony) audio book