Table of Contents

Introduction. The Ethics of Diet Debate / Chapter 1. What Is Vegetarianism?  / Chapter 2. The Argument from Compassion  / Chapter 3. The Argument from Rights / Chapter 4. The Argument from Interests / Chapter 5. The Eco-Feminist Argument / Chapter 6. The Environmental Argument / Chapter 7. The Anthrocentric Argument / Chapter 8. The Sacredness of Life Argument / Bibliography / Index

Promotional Information

Critically examines philosophical, ethical and religious arguments for and against vegetarianism.

About the Author

Kerry Walters is William Bittinger Professor of Philosophy at Gettysburg College, PA, USA, where he also co-founded the Peace and Justice Studies program.

Reviews

"Written in an accessible, reader-friendly style, Kerry Walters's new book is far and away the most comprehensive exploration of the ethical dimensions of vegetarianism." -- Tom Regan,  Professor Emeritus of Philosophy, North Carolina State University, USA, and author of The Case for Animal Rights and Empty Cages: Facing the Challenge of Animal Rights.

"Many people are indeed ‘perplexed' by vegetarianism. This book is the answer. Kerry Walters does a splendid job of explaining all the major approaches to vegetarianism in a way that is comprehensive, fair, and thoughtful. Those new to vegetarianism will find no better guide. Even those who have followed these debates for decades will learn from Walters' approach. Strongly recommended." -- Deane Curtin, Professor and Chair, Department of Philosophy, Gustavus Adolphus College, USA, and author of Environmental Ethics for a Postcolonial World

Vegetarianism...sums up the different viewpoints and ethical discussions clearly and concisely... It is a guide for those who are new to the debate and want a clear overview of the arguments... It is a good read for students in need of an understanding of the debate surrounding vegetarianism, and especially animal rights, and given its elaborate bibliography it can also function as a book of reference. Equally, given its accessible language and readability, it is also interesting for a wider audience.
*Ethical Perspectives*

The book...offers a short, readable and handy presentation of major strategies of defense of ethical vegetarianism. The style is clear... I warmly recommend this book.
*Metapsychology*