Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
312
Language
English
Published
Mar 26, 2007
Publisher
Brill
ISBN-10
9004157735
ISBN-13
9789004157736
Description
This collection brings together a diverse group of thinkers who explore the intricate relationships between humans and animals through various lenses. Each contributor offers unique insights drawn from philosophy, literary criticism, art history, and cultural studies, emphasizing the significance of understanding the non-human world.
Through engaging essays and thought-provoking analyses, the authors delve into the moral, aesthetic, and existential implications of human-animal encounters. Their work challenges readers to reconsider established norms and perceptions, inviting them to develop a more nuanced appreciation of the myriad ways in which animals shape our lives and culture. As a whole, this compilation serves as a call to reflect upon our interconnectedness with the animal kingdom.
Through engaging essays and thought-provoking analyses, the authors delve into the moral, aesthetic, and existential implications of human-animal encounters. Their work challenges readers to reconsider established norms and perceptions, inviting them to develop a more nuanced appreciation of the myriad ways in which animals shape our lives and culture. As a whole, this compilation serves as a call to reflect upon our interconnectedness with the animal kingdom.
Genres
History
Art & Photography