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From Civil Rights to Human Rights: Martin Luther King, Jr., and the Struggle for Economic Justice (Politics ... 2 reviews Thomas F. Jackson
University of Pennsylvania Press, 2006
Compelling new biography of King
+ From Civil Rights to Human Rights: Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Struggle for Economic Justice
This is the most important and original book on Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. to be published in years. Jackson offers a persuasive account that challenges the conventional wisdom about King and his goals. King was not just the apostle of nonviolence. He was not just someone who wanted everyone ...
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Youth Market: Chickens or Television - Which Comes First? (Spawater Chronicles I) Stop the cruelty 2 reviews Barry Tighe
Can Write Will Write, 2007
wow ...this guy knows how 2 write!
+ Social comment with biting humor
When I read the first few pages of this book, I came to an analogy. I, of course, had an Alison moment (read the book to find out what this means!) and it took a couple of tries to figure out what on earth he was talking about. When I did I laughed so hard I almost cried. Frequently throughout this ...
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Universal Human Rights in Theory and Practice 1 review Jack Donnelly
Cornell University Press, 2002
A Starter and a Reference
In a sense, this book is so good it doesn't need a review. Almost everyone knows that the Donnelly book is the standard and most readable text on human rights theory. It is a good starter book for the beginner. You'll learn something new on every page. My copy is full of irresistable, self-made ...
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Animal Rights: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions) 1 review David DeGrazia
Oxford University Press, USA, 2002
Animal Activists
Animal Activists may be interested int he following link: http://www.peta2.com/ot/o-madetour.asp
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The Evolution of International Human Rights: Visions Seen (Pennsylvania Studies in Human Rights) 10 reviews Paul Gordon Lauren
University of Pennsylvania Press, 2003
A Truly International History of Human rRights
+ Quality Book + The Best book ever written on Human Rights Theory + a wonderful book + outstanding
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Dogs Will Be Dogs: A Simple, Effective Audio Guide to Solving Common Dog Behavior Problems (St Huberts Animal ... 1 review
Listen & Live Audio, 2007
An informative and entertaining audio about how to train your dog effectively
I really enjoyed this informative and entertaining audio about how to train your dog effectively. Some of the common problems described here include barking, digging, chewing, jumping, etc. The authors believe that the first step in establishing a good relationship with your dog is to understand ...
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Heartland #18: New Beginnings (Heartland) 12 reviews Lauren Brooke
Scholastic Paperbacks, 2005
AWESOME SERIES, AWESOME BOOK
+ Stop at 20 + Better Than I Thought
This book wuz my absolute fav. I am soooo glad Amy took Ty 2 Ocanumba. He really changed Maverick. I also luved Every New Day, a Heartland book about when Amy goes 2 Ocanumba by herself. Ocanumba really changed from #9 2 #18. Huten's words really r true. (If u don't know wat i mean, read Every New ...
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Farm Animal Welfare: Social, Bioethical, and Research Issues Bernard E., PhD Rollin
Wiley-Blackwell, 2003
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Veganomicon: The Ultimate Vegan Cookbook 173 reviews Isa Chandra Moskowitz, Terry Hope Romero, ...
Da Capo Press, 2007
Eat this -- you'll like it
+ Wonderful Cookbook! + Vegan or Not, Try this cookbook! + fabulous cookbook
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Domestic Animal Behaviour and Welfare D.M. Broom, A.F. Fraser
CABI, 2007
Behavior is a significant indicator of health in animals and understanding behavior is the key to good management. Animal behavior and animal welfare science are fast becoming core topics in the curricula of agriculture and veterinary students. The eagerly awaited fourth edition of Domestic Animal Behaviour and Welfare builds on the coverage of the previous edition Farm Animal Behaviour and ...
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Animal Welfare and Meat Production N.G. Gregory, T Grandin
CABI, 2007
Animal welfare issues are becoming increasingly prominent in animal prodution, for both economic and moral reasons. This book presents a clear understanding of the relationship between the welfare of major food animal species and their physiology, and the direct impact this has on meat quality. This new edition focuses on recent research and developments and also looks into welfare in aquaculture.
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Vegan with a Vengeance : Over 150 Delicious, Cheap, Animal-Free Recipes That Rock 253 reviews Isa Chandra Moskowitz, Isa Moskowitz
Da Capo Press, 2005
I'm in love with this cookbook
+ A winner + Awesome cookbook + Some fantastic recipes, some not so great
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Brutal: Manhood and the Exploitation of Animals Brian Luke
University of Illinois Press, 2007
The first integrated theory of manhood's relationship to hunting, animal experimentation, and animal sacrifice In Brutal , Brian Luke explores the gender divide over our treatment of animals, exposing the central role of masculinity in systems of animal exploitation. Employing philosophical analysis, reference to empirical research, and relevant personal experience, Luke develops a new theory ...
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Identity Cards - Nothing to hide nothing to fear...? ( Spawater Chronicles II ) Government control-freak ... 1 review Barry Tighe
Can Write Will Write, 2007
our friends are at it again
When Spawater is selected as the guinea pig for universal government ID cards, our friends are thrown into a tizzy. One is even selected to run the database, threatening his friendship with the others. Meanwhile, nefarious "architects" from out-of-town are trying to steal the town's ancient Roman ...
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Vegan Cupcakes Take Over the World: 75 Dairy-Free Recipes for Cupcakes that Rule 180 reviews Isa Chandra Moskowitz, Terry Hope Romero
Da Capo Press, 2006
AWESOME!
+ It's a world I want to live in... + They sure took over my world! + I'm not vegan but I LOVE this book! + Excellent book
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Animal Welfare Law in Britain: Regulation and Responsibility Mike Radford
Oxford University Press, USA, 2001
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International Human Rights in a Nutshell (Nutshell Series) 4 reviews Thomas Buergenthal, Dinah Shelton, ...
West Publishing Company, 2002
An excellent introduction
+ all bark no bite
An excellent introduction to International Human Rights. I enjoyed the extensive bibliography and the objectivity (not neutrality) of the author's commentaries.
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Islam and Human Rights: Tradition and Politics 4 reviews Ann Mayer
Westview Press, 2006
Meticulously Documented Must Read
+ Still the standard work on the subject + On the Jeffersonian wall of separation between church and state in Middle Eastern societies
Ms. Mayer does the difficult scholarly work needed to shed light on the issue of the Muslim treatment of women. She goes directly to the original sources. It can be fairly said that Ms. Mayer's allows Islamic sources to speak for themselves. Everything is amply documented and footnoted to allow ...
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Why Animals Matter: The Case for Animal Protection 12 reviews Erin E. Williams, Margo Demello
Prometheus Books, 2007
I felt empowered reading it
+ Give a copy to everyone you know! + What an eye opener + Enlightening and cogently argued + strong case for animal protection
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The Joy of Vegan Baking: The Compassionate Cooks' Traditional Treats and Sinful Sweets 97 reviews Colleen Patrick-Goudreau
Fair Winds Press, 2007
Magically Delicious!
+ This Is Your Next favorite Cookbook! + Not 1 bad Recipe + My Favorite!
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