The Gospel of Kindness

The Gospel of Kindness PDF

Author: Janet M. Davis

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 0199733155

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'The Gospel of Kindness' explores the historical significance of the American animal welfare movement at home and overseas from the Second Great Awakening to the Second World War. Focused on labouring animals at its inception, the movement evolved into an expansive 'gospel of kindness', transforming animal mercy into a signature American value.

Nation-States and the Global Environment

Nation-States and the Global Environment PDF

Author: Erika Marie Bsumek

Publisher: Oxford University Press on Demand

Published: 2013-05-02

Total Pages: 318

ISBN-13: 0199755353

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Nation-states are failing to resolve global problems that transcend the abilities of single governments or even groups of governments to address. This book argues that this dilemma is not as new as is sometimes claimed. It offers crucial context and even lessons for present-day debates about resolving the most urgent environmental problems.