ReadingAnimals

I was very touched by this recent essay written by Kelly Overton of Save the Chimps. A bit of reflection, compassion and a view of how things could be make this one a must read. Here’s a preview:
Chimpanzees are fascinating and their intelligence, beauty and complex
social structures encourage observation. It is natural to [...]

We can care about both human rights and the rights of other great apes (and other animals). It’s not the case that there’s only enough compassion for one or the other. In many ways, the pending legislation says “There are even fewer reasons to deny an individual life and liberty. Today, we say that this tiny genetic distinction cannot be used as license to torture and kill.”

My magazine habits have slowed to a near stop - I’ve let one subscription lapse and another has gone out of publication. I’m left with just one active subscription; VegNews.

I’ve started two of the books: Sciences from below and This is not sufficient. I am enjoying both tremendously, especially the former.

Sarah reviewed a couple of animal books over at Puss Reboots this week that you might want to check out.

For the budding primatologist or eco-minded kid, I’m Lucy should be fun and educational summertime hit. And what a great cause. And look at that face. Makes me wish I were a kid!

Thanks to Sarah at Puss Reboots who pointed me to a new reading challenge that is perfect for me and ReadingAnimals: What an Animal! hosted by Kristi of Passion for the page.

There are a wide range of views on elephant issues from exhibition, labor and entertainment to conservation and killing.

Dewey was very generous to include ReadingAnimals.com in Weekly Geeks #8 - coincidentally during a week when I was out of town teaching a course. Doh! So a belated thank you

I remember seeing beautiful humpback mothers with their calves from the shore when I was staying on Nosy Boraha.
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