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Animals And Society: An Introduction To Humananimal Studies,New
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Considering That Much Of Human Society Is Structured Through Its Interaction With Nonhuman Animals, And Since Human Society Relies Heavily On The Exploitation Of Animals To Serve Human Needs, Humananimal Studies Has Become A Rapidly Expanding Field Of Research, Featuring A Number Of Distinct Positions, Perspectives, And Theories That Require Nuanced Explanation And Contextualization.The First Book To Provide A Full Overview Of Humananimal Studies, This Volume Focuses On The Conceptual Construction Of Animals In American Culture And The Way In Which It Reinforces And Perpetuates Hierarchical Human Relationships Rooted In Racism, Sexism, And Class Privilege. Margo Demello Considers Interactions Between Humans And Animals Within The Family, The Law, The Religious And Political System, And Other Major Social Institutions, And She Unpacks The Different Identities Humans Fashion For Themselves And For Others Through Animals. Essays Also Cover Speciesism And Evolutionary Continuities; The Role And Preservation Of Animals In The Wild; The Debate Over Zoos And The Use Of Animals In Sports; Domestication; Agricultural Practices Such As Factory Farming; Vivisection; Animal Cruelty; Animal Activism; The Representation Of Animals In Literature And Film; And Animal Ethics. Sidebars Highlight Contemporary Controversies And Issues, With Recommendations For Additional Reading, Educational Films, And Related Websites. Demello Concludes With An Analysis Of Major Philosophical Positions On Human Social Policy And The Future Of Humananimal Relations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Animals and Society: An Introduction to Human-Animal Studies'? A: This book provides a comprehensive overview of human-animal studies, exploring the conceptual construction of animals in American culture and its impact on human relationships, including issues of racism, sexism, and class privilege.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Animals and Society' is Margo DeMello, who examines the interactions between humans and animals in various social contexts.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains 470 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding, making it a convenient and accessible choice for readers.
- Q: Is this book suitable for educational purposes? A: Yes, the book is categorized under Historical Study & Educational Resources, making it suitable for academic use and research in human-animal studies.
- Q: What topics are covered in the essays within the book? A: The essays cover a range of topics including speciesism, the role of animals in the wild, issues surrounding zoos, factory farming, animal activism, and ethical considerations regarding animals.
- Q: When was 'Animals and Society' published? A: The book was published on August 21, 2012.
- Q: What special features does this book include? A: The book includes sidebars highlighting contemporary controversies and issues, along with recommendations for further reading, educational films, and relevant websites.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in pristine condition.
- Q: Does the book discuss philosophical positions on human-animal relations? A: Yes, Margo DeMello concludes the book with an analysis of major philosophical positions regarding human social policy and the future of human-animal relations.