From Elephants to Mice
Autor James Mahoneyen Limba Engleză Paperback – 31 mar 2010
Join veterinarian and animal lover James Mahoney as he shares heartfelt and often heart-wrenching stories of a cast of creatures who left a permanent mark on his soul. More than just a sentimental memoir, this thought-provoking collection raises such issues as whether animals experience the same types of emotions as humans, whether it is right to use animals in medical research, and even whether animals might have a sense of humor.
Whether you're a dedicated animal activist or just a compassionate animal lover, these unlikely stories of survival, freedom, dignity, courage, and love will leave you deeply affected.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781684424030
ISBN-10: 1684424038
Pagini: 258
Dimensiuni: 170 x 244 x 14 mm
Greutate: 0.42 kg
Editura: Turner Publishing Company
ISBN-10: 1684424038
Pagini: 258
Dimensiuni: 170 x 244 x 14 mm
Greutate: 0.42 kg
Editura: Turner Publishing Company
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A heartfelt narrative on the many ways animals touch our lives Join veterinarian and animal lover James Mahoney as he shares heartfelt and often heart–wrenching stories of a cast of creatures who left a permanent mark on his soul. More than just a sentimental memoir, this thought–provoking collection raises such issues as whether animals experience the same types of emotions as humans, whether it is right to use animals in medical research, and even whether animals might have a sense of humor. Whether you′re a dedicated animal activist or just a compassionate animal lover, these unlikely stories of survival, freedom, dignity, courage, and love will leave you deeply affected.
A heartfelt narrative on the many ways animals touch our lives Join veterinarian and animal lover James Mahoney as he shares heartfelt and often heart–wrenching stories of a cast of creatures who left a permanent mark on his soul. More than just a sentimental memoir, this thought–provoking collection raises such issues as whether animals experience the same types of emotions as humans, whether it is right to use animals in medical research, and even whether animals might have a sense of humor. Whether you′re a dedicated animal activist or just a compassionate animal lover, these unlikely stories of survival, freedom, dignity, courage, and love will leave you deeply affected.
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A heartfelt narrative on the many ways animals touch our lives Join veterinarian and animal lover James Mahoney as he shares heartfelt and often heart–wrenching stories of a cast of creatures who left a permanent mark on his soul. More than just a sentimental memoir, this thought–provoking collection raises such issues as whether animals experience the same types of emotions as humans, whether it is right to use animals in medical research, and even whether animals might have a sense of humor. Whether you′re a dedicated animal activist or just a compassionate animal lover, these unlikely stories of survival, freedom, dignity, courage, and love will leave you deeply affected.
Cuprins
Acknowledgements. Introduction: A Life in Research. 1. The Power of Dignity and Courage. 2. A Life in Captivity. 3. Survival of the Fittest. 4. Humor in Animals. 5. Personality in Animals. 6. A Story of Love. 7. The Caribbean Trio. 8. The Gang of Four. 9. Three Wild Mice. 10. Great Escapes. 11. The Last of the Sparrows. Epilogue. With Gratitude. Suggestions for Further Reading. Index.
Notă biografică
DR. JAMES MAHONEY , a veterinarian for almost forty–five years, has traveled the world to treat all kinds of animals and has grown to understand and appreciate the individuality of all creatures. A retired research professor at the New York University School of Medicine, he has spent the majority of his career working with chimpanzees and other primates in biomedical research, struggling to come to terms with his belief in animals′ rights and the inextricable needs of humankind. He is the author of Saving Molly: A Research Veterinarian′s Choices .