Animals are alive; they are living beings, same with bugs and insects. What do you think goes through their minds? Especially insects like flies, ants, spiders, etc., especially when they’re so small and can die so easily?
Animals are alive; they are living beings, same with bugs and insects. What do you think goes through their minds? Especially insects like flies, ants, spiders, etc., especially when they’re so small and can die so easily?
I’m currently reading a book (Robbin Hobb, Farseer trilogy pt. 2) that deals with this.
I really like how it describes animal thought & communication:
The author translates very reasonable impulses and non-language thoughts for a dog/wolf to have into prose that the hero of the book can relate and respond to. Yes, they have a telepathic connection; that’s the fantasy part.
It’s not precise of course, but I find it pretty reasonable from a scientific pov while still fit for a fantasy novel.
Basically, the above exapmple and I agree with the currently top comment by @e0qdk@reddthat.com.
Good book!