Animals, ethics, and trade
Book Description
In our modern world, we have become disconnected from the animals whose lives intersect with ours through every meal we eat, garment we wear, and product we purchase. This profound examination brings together leading voices in science, ethics, and policy to explore one of our time's most pressing moral questions: how should we relate to the sentient beings we share this planet with?
Drawing on groundbreaking research that reveals the remarkable complexity of animal consciousness, this collection challenges long-held assumptions about the creatures we depend upon for food, labor, and entertainment. When science demonstrates that animals possess preferences, intentions, and emotional lives, what does this mean for our systems of factory farming, global trade, and consumption?
Distinguished contributors including renowned primatologist Jane Goodall, food policy expert Tim Lang, and environmental activist Vandana Shiva join ethicists, religious thinkers, and industry leaders in examining how our current practices measure against emerging understanding of animal awareness. The discussion spans multiple domains, from scientific research and legal frameworks to religious perspectives and educational approaches.
This thoughtful exploration invites readers to consider how recognizing animal sentience might transform our relationship with the natural world. Rather than offering simple answers, it presents the complex realities of our animal-dependent society and opens pathways for more conscious engagement with the ethical dimensions of modern life.
For those seeking to align their daily choices with deeper values, this work provides essential insights into one of humanity's most fundamental relationships.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~8 hours)
📄 Length: 286 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Transform your perception of reality
- ✓ Explore Protection
- ✓ Explore Tierethik
- ✓ Reconnect with nature spiritually
- ✓ Explore Animaux
- ✓ Explore Animal welfare
- ✓ Expand your understanding of consciousness
- ✓ Explore Perception
