Ruth Harrison''s Animal Machines now a unique historical classic, had a profound impact on public opinion and the quality of life of farmed animals when it was published in 1964. * Reprinted in its entirety, gives an accurate, and sometimes shocking, account of intensive farming in the 1960''s, still current in large parts of the world today.* Harrison''s work greatly increased public awareness of animal welfare and led to legal reforms, shaping our closer understanding of farm conditions today.
* Provides a fascinating insight into the system we continue to live with as the global population increases.* Includes foreword by Rachel Carson and new chapters by international experts in animal welfare including Marion Stamp Dawkins, discussing the book''s significant legacy and impact today.
| Format |
Inbunden |
| Omfång |
224 sidor |
| Språk |
Engelska |
| Förlag |
CABI Publishing |
| Utgivningsdatum |
2013-03-05 |
| ISBN |
9781780642840 |
