Human Minds and Animal Stories: How Narratives Make Us Care About Other Species
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Book Details
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Publisher: Routledge
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Author: Wojciech Malecki
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Language: English
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ISBN: 9780367146047
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Binding: Hardcover
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Release Date: 05-02-2019
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Pages: 190
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Package Dimensions: 9.0 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
About the Book
"Human Minds and Animal Stories" explores the profound power of storytelling in shaping our attitudes toward animals and their welfare. Drawing from an extensive experimental project involving thousands of participants, this groundbreaking book combines psychological research, animal studies, and ecocriticism to uncover the complex mechanisms behind the emotional impact of animal stories.
The book reveals how stories, from Thomas Hardy's to Leo Tolstoy's works, have historically influenced our perceptions and care for animals. By merging insights from diverse academic fields, Malecki demonstrates how literature not only fosters empathy for animals but also has the ability to shape societal values, attitudes, and even public opinion.
Key Features:
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Psychological and Cultural Insights: Combines experimental psychology and literary analysis to explain how narratives impact our views on animals.
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Groundbreaking Research: Involves thousands of participants and a cross-genre literary approach, including contributions from bestselling authors.
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Cross-Disciplinary Approach: Bridges animal studies, ecocriticism, and environmental humanities to offer new perspectives on the human-animal relationship.
Praise for the Book:
Hal Herzog, author of Some We Love, Some We Hate, Some We Eat, praises the book for its captivating narrative and scientific depth, making it an essential read for animal advocates, researchers, and anyone intrigued by the intersection of literature and ethics.
Target Audience:
This book is ideal for students, scholars, and general readers interested in animal rights, literary studies, psychology, and the environmental humanities. It’s a powerful resource for those exploring how literature can shape societal change and moral responsibility.
