The Animals Reader: The Essential Classic and Contemporary Writings

Brings together classic and contemporary writings from philosophy, ethics, sociology, cultural studies, anthropology, environmental studies, history, law and science. Second edition has been expanded to reflect key developments in theory and research which have emerged in recent years. Sixteen new readings - by renowned authors such as Peter Singer, Vinciane Despret, Will Kymlicka and Sue Donaldson, and Irus Braverman. New prologue by acclaimed wildlife photographer and photojournalist Britta Jaschinski. Updated pedagogical features include a new general introduction by the editors, revised introductions to each part and each reading, as well as new suggestions for further reading at the end of each section.