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A landmark publishing achievement on the subject, the new edition of this acclaimed encyclopedia is expanded to two volumes, covering the full range of issues related to animal protection. * Includes hundreds of alphabetically organized entries covering the full range of topics related to animal rights and welfare, including dog fighting, endangered species in zoos, animals as disease carriers, factory farming, veganism, and more * Encompasses the work of 150 contributors-experts from around the world that make up a virtual "who's who" in the broad areas of animal protection * Outlines a chronology of legislation and other important events that have had a significant impact on animal rights issues * Lists references for each entry, plus a comprehensive bibliography at the end of the encyclopedia |