Haraway, Donna J.

When Species Meet (Posthumanities)

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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
£19.36

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.

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