Obenchain, Theodore G.
The Victorian Vivisection Debate
- ISBN 13:
- 9780786471195
- author:
- Obenchain, Theodore G.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- McFarland
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 295
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 2.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Health & Wellbeing, General, Science,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
The Victorian Vivisection Debate: Frances Power Cobbe, Experimental Science and the "Claims of Brutes" In 19th-century England, the use of live animals in scientific experiments sparked intense debate. Journalist and reformer Frances Power Cobbe was a vocal advocate for animal welfare, dedicating her efforts to prohibiting vivisection over a period of thirty years. Her campaign led to significant improvements in medical practices. The work of prominent scientists such as Joseph Lister, Louis Pasteur, and Robert Koch played a crucial role in shaping the scientific base for modern medicine. As their methods evolved, they transformed hospital care and laid the foundations for a more humane approach to healthcare. This book explores the historical context of vivisection, its impact on medical practice, and the ongoing relevance of animal rights theories. The author provides a nuanced analysis of this complex issue, offering insights into the evolution of scientific thought and the enduring debate surrounding animal welfare in research.
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