Animals and Society (Rle Social Theory)

Exploring the evolution of animal rights, the book delves into historical events, such as the medieval execution of pigs, and analyzes modern rights organizations' strategies. It offers radical interpretations of 19th-century animal welfare laws and discusses concepts like the Noble Savage. Grounded in social science, the author references influential thinkers like Foucault and Levi-Strauss, making the text both wide-ranging and accessible. It raises profound questions about the philosophy, history, and politics surrounding human-animal relationships.