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When Species Meet

Donna J. Haraway
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When Species Meet

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007

Book Brief

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Donna J. Haraway

When Species Meet

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

423

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

When Species Meet by Donna J. Haraway examines the interactions between humans and animals, emphasizing the interconnectedness of species. Through philosophical and theoretical lenses, Haraway explores how these relationships shape identities, ethics, and living practices. The book challenges traditional boundaries, advocating for a more inclusive understanding of cohabitation and mutual influence.

Informative

Contemplative

Challenging

Emotional

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.1

649 ratings

69%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Donna J. Haraway's When Species Meet explores human-animal relationships with depth and originality, praised for its insightful analysis and thought-provoking prose. Readers appreciate its interdisciplinary approach and rich narrative but find it dense and challenging at times. The book's complex theories may overwhelm some, yet it remains a compelling read.

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Who Should Read When Species Meet?

Readers interested in When Species Meet by Donna J. Haraway are typically engaged in interdisciplinary studies, focusing on human-animal relations, feminism, and philosophy. Similar audiences might appreciate The Companion Species Manifesto by Haraway and The Animal That Therefore I Am by Derrida.

4.1

649 ratings

69%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

423

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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