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Some We Love, Some We Hate, Some We Eat: Why It's So Hard to Think Straight About Animals
Hal Herzog
3.78 AVERAGE
172 reviews for:
Some We Love, Some We Hate, Some We Eat: Why It's So Hard to Think Straight About Animals
Hal Herzog
3.78 AVERAGE
informative
I know that they say "don't judge a book by its cover" but it was defintiely that and the title which prompted me to pick this book from the shelves at the local library. I began reading this book not only because I'm interested in moral/ethical standpoints and human-animal relationships (anthrozoology, I found out), but because two of my closest friends are vegan/vegetarian. I love Herzog's personal touch/tone throughout the book which engages the audience well, and the mixture between scientific data and anecdotes which present very interesting arguments for both sides of the issues that he brings to light. Although there is definitely some bias and personal opinion welded into his arguments, Herzog has definitely evoked me to think about several world issues that delve deeper than just the way we treat animals; namely things like inter-cultural relationships and links, and the hypocrisy of human nature. Overall, an interesting read
challenging
emotional
informative
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reflective
medium-paced
I really enjoyed the concept of this book. It challenges our (mis)conceptions around animals vs. pets vs. food.
However, the author did use some mild language; he also referenced genitalia (animal and human) and used several explicit terms/situations. They were handled very clinically, but we’re still difficult to hear.
However, the author did use some mild language; he also referenced genitalia (animal and human) and used several explicit terms/situations. They were handled very clinically, but we’re still difficult to hear.
challenging
informative
reflective
slow-paced
It's a survey of studies and anecdotes from the author's life and research. An easy read and well worth the time even if you disagree with his conclusions. People who feel passionately about a subject he touches on will likely be upset (as other commenters are) because he ends up not taking much of a stand on any issue.
His conclusion is human and animal relationships are complicated and often contradictory. Anyone who feels that the ethics involved are obvious or simple is bound to take issue.
His conclusion is human and animal relationships are complicated and often contradictory. Anyone who feels that the ethics involved are obvious or simple is bound to take issue.
informative
slow-paced
informative
fast-paced
informative
fast-paced
Whether you are a vegetarian, a hunter, an animal rights activist, a BBQer, a farmer, a vegan, or any of us who interact with or think about animals in some way nearly every hour of every day, it is almost impossible to do so in a 100% logical, moral, and defensible manner. This easy read is a thorough review of the many facets of our complicated relationships with the other living beings on our planet.
Plus, this is a really great title.
Plus, this is a really great title.
challenging
informative
medium-paced
Very conversational and informative, but can get stuck in a loop of philosophical discussion (not necessarily bad, but repetitive and nonessential). Herzog does a great job of making anthrozoology accessible to the general public in a meaningful way.