Bearing Witness

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Focusing on the life and impact of Ruth Harrison, this biography delves into her pivotal role in shaping animal welfare activism in Britain. It highlights her groundbreaking work, particularly the 1964 book Animal Machines, which introduced the concept of factory farming. Historian Claas Kirchhelle examines Harrison's upbringing, her connections to Quakerism, and the evolution of animal welfare debates amid post-war societal changes. The narrative reveals the complexities of her career, including her collaboration with scientists and tensions with radical activists, while tracing the broader implications for animal welfare politics and science.