By Zakiyyah Iman Jackson This is another excellent book challenging what it means to be human. It explores the history of Blackness and animality in the history of Western thought and science. The animalization of Black people by a white supremacist society has been met with “pleas for human recognition,” but Zakiyyah offers another perspective. … Continue reading #Veganuary: Becoming Human: Matter and Meaning in an AntiBlack World
#Veganuary: How to Unite the Left on Animals
A Handbook on Total Liberationist Veganism and a Shared Reality by John Tallent As an African vegan I have often felt alienated from the mainstream vegan movement. Like the rest of society, the vegan movement is plagued with issues and dominated by people who live privileged lives and perpetuate simplistic ideas of the world and … Continue reading #Veganuary: How to Unite the Left on Animals
#Veganuary: Walking with Gorillas: The Journey of an African Wildlife Vet
By Dr Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka Mountain Gorillas only remain in the wild in three countries in the world: Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. I am lucky enough to live in Rwanda, where I was able to walk with some of the few remaining mountain gorillas in the wild. Thanks to teams of extremely … Continue reading #Veganuary: Walking with Gorillas: The Journey of an African Wildlife Vet
#Veganuary: The Postcolonial Animal: African Literature and Posthuman Ethics
The Postcolonial Animal: African Literature and Posthuman Ethics by Evan Maina Mwanga African culture is intimately connected with animals, from literature to spirituality; non-human animals are central to African beliefs and practices. Animals are featured extensively in African literature and are prominent in philosophy and political movements. But despite this, Africans are rarely featured in … Continue reading #Veganuary: The Postcolonial Animal: African Literature and Posthuman Ethics
#WorldKidLit Wednesday: Home
I'm a big fan of nonfiction picture books. And a translated book is bound to get my attention. Home, forthcoming from Eerdman's Books for Young Readers, combines both to make a standout text. Written and illustrated by French born artist Isabelle Simler, Home is a survey of over 25 different animals from around the world … Continue reading #WorldKidLit Wednesday: Home
#Veganuary: Five Essays for Freedom: A Political Primer for Animal Advocates
Five Essays for Freedom: A political primer for animal advocates By Kristy Alger An extremely important book for anyone looking to go vegan. Understanding the politics of animal exploitation is essential for anyone committed to veganism and that is exactly what Kirsty explains in detail. Kristy argues that merely promoting veganism as another capitalist consumer venture … Continue reading #Veganuary: Five Essays for Freedom: A Political Primer for Animal Advocates
#Veganuary: Afro-Dog: Blackness and the Animal Question
Once a reader has read The Dreaded Comparison, a good place to continue is Afro-Dog: Blackness and the Animal Question by Bénédicte Boisseron. Throughout the book we are asked to rethink what it means to be human, but also what it means to be an animal. The book could be considered part of Antiracist Animal … Continue reading #Veganuary: Afro-Dog: Blackness and the Animal Question
#Veganuary: The Dreaded Comparison: Human & Animal Slavery
The Dreaded Comparison: Human & Animal Slavery by Marjorie Spiegel In this book, Marjorie explores a topic most are too uncomfortable to address. Comparisons between humans and animals have historically ignited prejudice and promoted harmful stereotypes, however this book remains a must read for anyone interested in understanding systems of oppression against all living beings. … Continue reading #Veganuary: The Dreaded Comparison: Human & Animal Slavery
#Veganuary: Beasts of Burden: Animal and Disability Liberation
Beasts of Burden by Sunaura Taylor Animal rights are never just about animal rights, that is what you learn the more familiar you become with the movement. How we identify ourselves as human beings has always been connected with our abilities, whether that is our so-called unique intelligence, or our ability to use complex machines. … Continue reading #Veganuary: Beasts of Burden: Animal and Disability Liberation
#Veganuary: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass Ok, so you are wondering why my first book featured for Veganuary isn’t about animals. This is because I didn’t come to the animal rights movement overnight. My quest for justice began with other social justice movements. As a West African, slavery is a significant and traumatic part … Continue reading #Veganuary: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
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