Humans and Animals: A Geography of Coexistence - Hardcover

"The 'Primary Documents' section includes international laws, books, and documents on the legal and moral treatment of animals and provides a fascinating and comprehensive look into the work being done in the area of animal rights. The inclusion of background material on laws and ethics offers more depth, and readers will find the extensive bibliography an ideal jumping-off point for further research. VERDICT Useful to high schoolers for reports and projects and of interest to adults for general reading." - Library Journal

An engaging and at times sobering look at the coexistence of humans and animals in the 21st century and how their sometimes disparate needs affect environments, politics, economies, and culture worldwide. * Includes excerpts from 20 primary source documents related to animals * Offers a comprehensive look at a variety of aspects of human-animal relationships * Discusses how human actions affect the survival of other species, such as the northern spotted owl and bluefin tuna