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Beasts of Burden: Animal and Disability Liberation

Name: Beasts of Burden: Animal and Disability Liberation
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Book Synopsis: 2018 American Book Award Winner—A beautifully written, deeply provocative inquiry into the intersection of animal and disability liberation—and the debut of an important new social critic

How much of what we understand of ourselves as “human” depends on our physical and mental abilities—how we move (or cannot move) in and interact with the world? And how much of our definition of “human” depends on its difference from “animal”?

Drawing on her own experiences as a disabled person, a disability activist, and an animal advocate, author Sunaura Taylor persuades us to think deeply, and sometimes uncomfortably, about what divides the human from the animal, the disabled from the nondisabled—and what it might mean to break down those divisions, to claim the animal and the vulnerable in ourselves, in a process she calls “cripping animal ethics.”

Beasts of Burden suggests that issues of disability and animal justice—which have heretofore primarily been presented in opposition—are in fact deeply entangled. Fusing philosophy, memoir, science, and the radical truths these disciplines can bring—whether about factory farming, disability oppression, or our assumptions of human superiority over animals—Taylor draws attention to new worlds of experience and empathy that can open up important avenues of solidarity across species and ability. Beasts of Burden is a wonderfully engaging and elegantly written work, both philosophical and personal, by a brilliant new voice.

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Discover a thought-provoking exploration of the intersection of animal and disability liberation in the award-winning book, Beasts of Burden. Written by acclaimed author Sunaura Taylor, this book challenges our understanding of what it means to be human and the role that animals play in our lives. Through personal experiences and insightful analysis, Taylor invites us to question the boundaries between humans and animals, and the impact this has on our perception of disability. By advocating for a more inclusive and compassionate society, Beasts of Burden sparks important conversations around animal justice and disability oppression.

Beasts of Burden goes beyond traditional philosophical texts, incorporating elements of memoir, science, and radical truths. Taylor delves into topics such as factory farming and the assumption of human superiority over animals. Through this multidisciplinary approach, she invites readers to explore new realms of empathy and understanding. This groundbreaking work opens doors to solidarity across species and abilities, challenging societal norms and awakening a sense of collective responsibility.

With its engaging and elegantly written prose, Beasts of Burden captivates readers from start to finish. Taylor's unique perspective as a disabled person, disability activist, and animal advocate makes the book both deeply personal and intellectually stimulating. Stimulate your mind and broaden your horizons by joining the movement towards a more inclusive and compassionate society. Get your copy of Beasts of Burden today!

Experience the transformative power of Beasts of Burden and embark on a journey of self-reflection and empathy. Break down the barriers between humans and animals, while embracing the vulnerable aspects within ourselves. Claim your copy of Beasts of Burden now and become part of a movement that seeks to disrupt oppressive systems and build a more just world for all living beings.

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