“Perhaps we invented the gods so that we could put the blame on them. They gave us permission to eat flesh. They gave us permission to play with unclean things. It's not our fault, it's theirs. We're just their children.”
Quote by J. M. Coetzee
Work
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
Author
J. M. Coetzee
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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