Animal Experimentation : A Guide to the Issues
Editorial Reviews
Review
'... a thoughtful consideration of both the pros and cons of animal research ... an excellent guide to the issues that current teachers of biology and biomedical science ... Monamy's engaging and direct fashion will appeal to even the most impatient of undergraduates, and this slim book could easily be read and discussed during the first week of a basic biology class. I expect that those unfamiliar with the animal welfare debate, both inside and outside the classroom, will benefit enormously from reading Animal Experimentation.' Asif A. Ghazanfar, Animal Behaviour
'... an uncomplicated introduction to an undoubtedly complicated debate. The book should appeal to anyone interested in animal welfare at whatever level not just those scientists who are directly involved in animal experiments. In addition it should be useful in helping students and researchers to formulate coherent arguments to justify what they are or are not prepared to do in their work. Another bonus is that the book is both easy to read and relatively concise whilst still managing to cover the major issues regarding animal experimentation.' Primate Eye
'... a clear, concise introduction to the major elements of the debate surrounding animal experimentation ... Monany's comprehensible text will appeal to the lay person, student and scientist alike.' Tessa Smith, Biologist
Book Description
What are the moral and ethical dimensions of animal research? What obligations do we have toward our animal subjects? In this important new book, students, researchers, and interested general readers will find a non-intimidating, readily comprehensible introduction to all the principal ethical issues and arguments in the animal experimentation debate. Vaughan Monamy covers the history and ethics of experimentation; discusses the moral status of animals and the obligations of researchers; and introduces alternatives to animal research. Although the work is aimed at those involved in the conduct, support, and teaching of animal-based research, its clarity of style will reach lay people and experts with equal ease. Monamy does justice to both the arguments that support and oppose animal experimentation, making this a balanced and objective study of a critical issue in contemporary biomedical science.
Animal Experimentation: A Guide to the Issues,Vaughan Monamy,Cambridge University Press,0521660939,Animal experimentation,Ethics & Moral Philosophy,Laboratory animals,Life Sciences - Biology - General,Philosophy,Philosophy & Social Aspects,Science,Science/Mathematics,Bio-ethics,Science / Biology
Buy Best Books:
Recommended Books