Chimpanzees are far more complex than we ever imagined. In *The New Chimpanzee*, Craig Stanford reveals how recent field research has uncovered their capacity for political maneuvering, territorial warfare, cultural learning, and strategic resource competition—abilities that mirror our own in striking ways. This eye-opening book challenges you to reconsider what separates humans from our closest living relatives. Stanford's accessible yet rigorous exploration of primate behavior, social dynamics, and evolutionary history will transform how you understand human nature itself. A must-read for anyone seeking deeper insight into our species' origins and the remarkable intelligence of our ape cousins.