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“Children all over the world consort quite naturally with animals. They don't see any dividing line. That is something they have to be taught, just as they have to be taught it is all right to kill and eat them.”

Quote by J. M. Coetzee

Book:The Lives of Animals: The Lives of Animals [Princeton Classics]

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The Lives of Animals: The Lives of Animals [Princeton Classics]

This Princeton Classic volume delves into the profound and varied lives of animals, examining their behaviors, emotions, and interactions with their environments. The book offers a comprehensive look at animal life from a philosophical perspective, exploring themes of consciousness, consciousness, and the human-animal relationship. more

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J.M. Coetzee is a South African-born Australian novelist known for his profound psychological insights and critical exploration of South Africa's apartheid history. His works have won numerous literary awards, including the Nobel Prize in Literature. more

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