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A Rational Approach to Animal Rights: Extensions in Abolitionist Theory - Softcover

Wrenn, Corey

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Synopsis

Applying critical sociological theory, this book explores the shortcomings of popular tactics in animal liberation efforts. Building a case for a scientifically-grounded grassroots approach, it is argued that professionalized advocacy that works in the service of theistic, capitalist, patriarchal institutions will find difficulty achieving success.

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About the Author

Corey Lee Wrenn is full-time lecturer of Sociology with Monmouth University and a distance instructor of Sociology at Colorado State University, US. She received her M.S. and B.A. from Virginia Tech. She was elected council member of the American Sociological Association's Animals & Society section (2013-2016) and has been published in several peer-reviewed academic journals.

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