animal rights

The animal rights movement has reached a tipping point. No longer a fringe extremist cause, it has become a social concern that leading members of society endorse and young people embrace. Here, journalist/activist Karen Dawn covers pets, fur, fashion, food, animal testing, activism, and more. But as the title playfully suggests, this isn't like any previous animal rights book. It's light on lectures meant to make you feel guilty if you're not a leather-eschewing vegan. It lets you have fun as you learn about Paul McCartney's love of lambs and why Prince won't wear wool. And you'll laugh over dozens of cartoons from Dan Piraro's Bizzaro to other animal-friendly comics. This fun primer for a smart and socially committed generation delivers some serious surprises in the form of facts and figures about the treatment of animals. Yes, it will shock you, but it will also let you lighten up.--From publisher description.

A comprehensive summary of the most up-to-date research in the area of animal rights, with charts and graphs as well as statistical information.

Contains essays that provide varying perspectives on issues related to animal rights, discussing whether or not animals deserve rights similar to human beings, ethical treatment, and whether animals should be used in scientific experimentation.

Describes the opposing viewpoints of those in favor of animal testing and those opposed to it in favor of animal welfare.

Examines the conflict and failures of the animal rights movement, conservationists, and restrictive protection of wildlife in Africa.

Examines the animals rights issues, including farming, animal experimentation, hunting, and preservation of endangered species.

"This book helps children to develop critical thinking and debating skills. It examines the topic of animal rights in a lively and accessible way. Information is presented to help readers deliberate, debate, and decide for themselves. The book looks at animal rights: what the current situation is, how far animal rights should go, and how far should they go in the future. The book covers eating meat, animals in sport, animals in medical testing, and the alternatives we could consider"--Provided by the publisher.