Great Testimony against scientific cruelty (eBook)

A 19th Century Exploration of Ethical Science and Animal Rights

Stephen Coleridge (Autor)

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2019
280 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406619248-8 (EAN)

Infos

In "Great Testimony Against Scientific Cruelty," Stephen Coleridge offers a poignant critique of the ethical implications of scientific experimentation and its often brutal consequences. This seminal work weaves together narrative threads of moral philosophy, animal rights, and a relentless pursuit of humane science. Coleridge employs a compelling literary style, combining impassioned prose with systematic argumentation, which not only serves to enlighten his audience but also evokes deep emotional responses to the often-overlooked subjects of scientific practices. Contextually, the book emerges during a time of rigorous scientific advancement, prompting an urgent dialogue on the intersection of morality and human discovery. Stephen Coleridge, a noted advocate for animal welfare and a prominent voice in the discussions surrounding ethical treatment in scientific inquiry, draws from both personal conviction and a rich familial legacy in literature and reform. His experiences as a member of a socially conscious milieu fuel his commitment to countering the injustices perpetuated by unchecked scientific ambition. This background informs his passionate prose and the persuasive quality of his arguments throughout the text. "Great Testimony Against Scientific Cruelty" is an essential read for anyone interested in the ethical dimensions of science. Coleridge'Äôs work not only galvanizes readers to question prevailing scientific practices but also inspires a reflective examination of their moral implications. This book serves as an urgent call to harness scientific progress within the bounds of compassion, making it a profound contribution to contemporary ethical discourse.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.12.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Naturwissenschaften ► Biologie ► Zoologie
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie
• Schlagworte: 19th Century Ethics • 19th century literature • Animal ethics in literature • Animal experimentation in literature • animal rights literature • animal rights movement • Animal welfare in literature • anti-vivisection literature • anti-vivisection perspective • compassion and empathy • Criminology • ethical considerations animals • historical animal welfare • Literary criticism • Literature and Science • moral dilemmas science • persuasive prose analysis • scientific experimentation critique • Social and public welfare • social pathology • social reform advocacy • Stephen Coleridge • Victorian Literature • Vivisection