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Animal Studies and Philosophy provides a comprehensive examination of how philosophical thought intersects with animal studies as an academic discipline. Rebekah Humphreys guides readers through key philosophical questions about animal consciousness, sentience, and moral status, while critically analyzing how humans have historically conceptualized animals.
The book bridges traditional philosophy with contemporary animal studies scholarship, addressing fundamental questions about our ethical obligations to non-human animals. Humphreys explores diverse philosophical perspectives, from utilitarianism to posthumanism, and demonstrates their relevance to understanding human-animal relationships. Through rigorous analysis and accessible prose, the work challenges anthropocentric assumptions and encourages readers to reconsider conventional attitudes toward animals in society, science, and culture.
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