A Transnational History of the Australian Animal Movement, 1970-2015
This book offers the first transnational historical study of the creation, contention and consequences of the Australian animal movement. Largely inspired by Peter Singer and his 1975 book Animal Liberation, a new wave of animal activism emerged in Australia and across the world. In an effort to draw public and media attention to the plight of animals, such as the rearing of pigs and poultry in factory farms and the export of live animals to the Middle East and South East Asia, Australian activists were often innovative and provocative in how they made their claims. Through lobbying, disruptive methods, and vegan activism, the animal movement consistently contested the politics and culture of how animals were used and exploited. Australians not only observed and learnt from people and events overseas, but also played significant international roles. This book examines the complex and conflicting consequences of the animal movement for Australian politics, as well as its influence on broader social change.

1126736408
A Transnational History of the Australian Animal Movement, 1970-2015
This book offers the first transnational historical study of the creation, contention and consequences of the Australian animal movement. Largely inspired by Peter Singer and his 1975 book Animal Liberation, a new wave of animal activism emerged in Australia and across the world. In an effort to draw public and media attention to the plight of animals, such as the rearing of pigs and poultry in factory farms and the export of live animals to the Middle East and South East Asia, Australian activists were often innovative and provocative in how they made their claims. Through lobbying, disruptive methods, and vegan activism, the animal movement consistently contested the politics and culture of how animals were used and exploited. Australians not only observed and learnt from people and events overseas, but also played significant international roles. This book examines the complex and conflicting consequences of the animal movement for Australian politics, as well as its influence on broader social change.

99.99 In Stock
A Transnational History of the Australian Animal Movement, 1970-2015

A Transnational History of the Australian Animal Movement, 1970-2015

by Gonzalo Villanueva
A Transnational History of the Australian Animal Movement, 1970-2015

A Transnational History of the Australian Animal Movement, 1970-2015

by Gonzalo Villanueva

Hardcover(1st ed. 2018)

$99.99 
  • SHIP THIS ITEM
    Not Eligible for Free Shipping
  • PICK UP IN STORE
    Check Availability at Nearby Stores

Related collections and offers


Overview

This book offers the first transnational historical study of the creation, contention and consequences of the Australian animal movement. Largely inspired by Peter Singer and his 1975 book Animal Liberation, a new wave of animal activism emerged in Australia and across the world. In an effort to draw public and media attention to the plight of animals, such as the rearing of pigs and poultry in factory farms and the export of live animals to the Middle East and South East Asia, Australian activists were often innovative and provocative in how they made their claims. Through lobbying, disruptive methods, and vegan activism, the animal movement consistently contested the politics and culture of how animals were used and exploited. Australians not only observed and learnt from people and events overseas, but also played significant international roles. This book examines the complex and conflicting consequences of the animal movement for Australian politics, as well as its influence on broader social change.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9783319625867
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Publication date: 10/24/2017
Series: Palgrave Studies in the History of Social Movements
Edition description: 1st ed. 2018
Pages: 284
Product dimensions: 5.83(w) x 8.27(h) x (d)

About the Author

Gonzalo Villanueva is Gilbert Postdoctoral Career Development Fellow at the University of Melbourne, Australia.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction—A Voice for Animals.- Chapter 2: ‘The Bible’ of the Animal Movement: Peter Singer & Animal Liberation, 1970-76.- Chapter 3: The Creation of the Animal Movement, 1976-87.- Chapter 4: In the Corridors of Power, 1979-91.- Chapter 5: Direct Action! 1985-93.- Chapter 6: The Spectacle of Open Rescue, 1993-2011.- Chapter 7: ‘A Bloody Business’: Lyn White & Transnational Investigative Campaigning, 2003-11.- Chapter 8: ‘Go Veg’: Identity, Lifestyle & Culture, 1970-2015.- Chapter 9: Conclusion: The Legacy of the Animal Movement.

From the B&N Reads Blog

Customer Reviews