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  • Animal Welfare and Human Values

    de Rod Preece, Lorna Chamberlain ...
    As the most populous province in Canada, Ontario is a microcosm of the animal welfare issues which beset Western civilization. The authors of this book, chairman and vice-chairman, respectively, of the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, find themselves constantly being made aware of the atrocities committed in the Society’s jurisdiction.They have been, in turn, puzzled, ... Leer más

    $42.49 USD

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  • Bandit

    The Heart-Warming True Story of One Dog's Rescue from Death Row

    de Vicki Hearne ...
    Employing a unique combination of psychology, philosophy, sociology, and dog training theory, Vicki Hearne recounts her experiences with Bandit, a dog deemed so dangerous that the state of Connecticut condemned him to death. Hearne rescued Bandit and was soon entrenched in a legal battle that extended well beyond his case as she fought to prove that no dog is inherently vicious. She quickly ... Leer más

    $10.99 USD

  • Hiding from Humanity

    Disgust, Shame, and the Law

    de Martha C. Nussbaum ...
    Should laws about sex and pornography be based on social conventions about what is disgusting? Should felons be required to display bumper stickers or wear T-shirts that announce their crimes? This powerful and elegantly written book, by one of America's most influential philosophers, presents a critique of the role that shame and disgust play in our individual and social lives and, in particular, ... Leer más

    $36.79 USD

  • Ethics on the Ark

    Zoos, Animal Welfare, and Wildlife Conservation

    Edición de Bryan G. Norton, Michael Hutchins, Terry Maple, Elizabeth Stevens ...
    Ethics on the Ark presents a passionate, multivocal discussion—among zoo professionals, activists, conservation biologists, and philosophers—about the future of zoos and aquariums, the treatment of animals in captivity, and the question of whether the individual, the species, or the ecosystem is the most important focus in conservation efforts. Contributors represent all sides of the issues. ... Leer más

    $17.99 USD

  • The Ethics of Killing Animals

    de Peter Singer ...
    While it is generally accepted that animal welfare matters morally, it is less clear how to morally evaluate the ending of an animal's life. It seems to matter for the animal whether it experiences pain or pleasure, or enjoyment or suffering. But does it also matter for the animal whether it lives or dies? Is a longer life better for an animal than a shorter life? If so, under what conditions is ... Leer más

    $41.39 USD

  • Lawyers in Practice

    Ethical Decision Making in Context

    Edición de Leslie C. Levin, Lynn Mather ...
    Series series Chicago Series in Law and Society
    How do lawyers resolve ethical dilemmas in the everyday context of their practice? What are the issues that commonly arise, and how do lawyers determine the best ways to resolve them? Until recently, efforts to answer these questions have focused primarily on rules and legal doctrine rather than the real-life situations lawyers face in legal practice.The first book to present empirical research on ... Leer más

    $35.99 USD

  • Big Mammals Of The World

    de Speedy Publishing ...
    A Big Mammals of the World Picture Book is a great way to introduce the fascinating world of mammals to a child. Children will find the pictures fascinating as they develop their curiosity about each mammal. Parents and teachers will also enjoy the opportunity to share their knowledge about mammals in a more relaxed and entertaining way. Children will enjoy learning and expanding their knowledge ... Leer más

    $4.99 USD

  • Ethics in Electroconvulsive Therapy

    de Jan-Otto Ottosson, Max Fink ...
    Few mental illness treatments are more reviled in the public mind than Electroconvulsive Shock Therapy. However, in reality, ECT is a safe and effective treatment for cases of clinical depression and catatonia that are unresponsive to drug therapy. Also, unlike drugs, ECT has relatively few side effects. The authors argue that it is time for this historically stigmatized procedure to be ... Leer más

    $62.99 USD

  • The Life Story of an Otter

    de J. C. Tregarthen ...
    The book follows the life of an otter from its birth through to its adult years. It provides a vivid portrayal of the otter’s experiences in the wild, detailing its interactions with the environment and other animals. The narrative is both educational and engaging, offering insights into the habits, behavior, and challenges faced by otters.Tregarthen's work is notable for its detailed observations ... Leer más

    $0.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

  • The Myth of Moral Justice

    Why Our Legal System Fails to Do What's Right

    de Thane Rosenbaum ...
    We are obsessed with watching television shows and feature films about lawyers, reading legal thrillers, and following real-life trials. Yet, at the same time, most of us don't trust lawyers and hold them and the legal system in very low esteem.In The Myth of Moral Justice, law professor and novelist Thane Rosenbaum suggests that this paradox stems from the fact that citizens and the courts are at ... Leer más

    $12.39 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

  • Sticks and Stones

    The Philosophy of Insults

    de Jerome Neu ...
    "Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me." This schoolyard rhyme projects an invulnerability to verbal insults that sounds good but rings false. Indeed, the need for such a verse belies its own claims. For most of us, feeling insulted is a distressing-and distressingly common-experience. In Sticks and Stones, philosopher Jerome Neu probes the nature, purpose, and effects ... Leer más

    $26.59 USD

  • The Corrida. The history of bullfighting from its origins to present day.

    de Viviana Ribezzo, Marta Ardesi ...
    History and folklore of Bullfight seen from the bull point of view, with a panoramic on movements, associations and political parties that fight for its abolition.Thousands of bulls, every year, in Spain, France, Portugal and Latin America, are tortured in name of an absurd and out-of-date show that cannot be defended because of art or culture. And yet, the “corrida” endures. For how long? ... Leer más

    $4.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus