1. Encyclopedia of Animal Rights and Animal Welfare
- Author
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Marc Bekoff, Carron A. Meaney, Marc Bekoff, and Carron A. Meaney
- Subjects
- HV4708
- Abstract
Human beings'responsibility to and for their fellow animals has become an increasingly controversial subject. This book provides a provocative overview of the many different perspectives on the issues of animal rights and animal welfare in an easy-to-use encyclopedic format. Original contributions, from over 125 well-known philosophers, biologists, and psychologists in this field, create a well-balanced and multi-disciplinary work. Users will be able to examine critically the varied angles and arguments and gain a better understanding of the history and development of animal rights and animal protectionist movements around the world. Outstanding Reference Source Best Reference Source
- Published
- 1998