Haraway, Donna J.
When Species Meet (Posthumanities)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780816650460
- author:
- Haraway, Donna J.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of Minnesota Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 360
- Dimensions:
- 14.99 x 3.05 x 22.86 centimetres
- Genre:
- Animals & society
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Donna J. Haraway's When Species Meet is a thought-provoking exploration of the complex relationships between humans and animals, challenging traditional notions of species boundaries and our place within the natural world.
Through her personal experiences with agility training and her observations of various animal species, Haraway develops the concept of "companion species," highlighting the ways in which humans interact with and influence the lives of animals, from domestic pets to wild creatures and even microorganisms.
By examining the intersections of philosophy, science, and culture, Haraway reveals the importance of respecting and understanding the relationships between humans and animals, and argues that these encounters can foster a deeper appreciation for the natural world and our place within it.