Terrorists or Freedom Fighters?: Reflections on the Liberation of Animals
by Anthony J. Nocella II, Steven Best
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June 1st 2004
by Lantern Books
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Paperback, 402 pages
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159056054X
(isbn13: 9781590560549)
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The first anthology of writings on the history, ethics, politics and tactics of the Animal Liberation Front, Terrorists or Freedom Fighters? features ...more
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A really good introduction into the world of animal rights activism--specifically the schism that exists between what are called "animal welfare-ists" and "animal liberationists". The difference between the two is kind of similar to the differences between radicals and liberals. One sees the option of the state and its machinery as a viable means to make change while the other takes matters into their own hands because they see the state as a broken system that exists to perp...more
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Read in November, 2008
Excellent. Some of the essays annoyed me; not radical enough, you know. But the good ones were good, and there were a few great ones! I'll have to go back and re-read this one.
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recommends it for: people who like animals
recommends it for: people who like animals
If you've ever wondered what the fucktards in the A.L.F. are thinking, this is a pretty excellent book. It basically convinced me that I'm not nearly radical enough and I should start breaking into shit and burning shit down immediately. (attn FBI: You don't need to put me under surveillance. While the book did convince me, I'm entirely too lazy to follow through)
Also, my friend Anthony Nocella was an editor of the book, so support my homie.
Also, my friend Anthony Nocella was an editor of the book, so support my homie.
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Read in January, 2008
Amazing. I'm a geek and social thought theory, but there are essays that don't require you to like theory. There are a couple essays that pissed me off, but overall it was an excellent representation of the underground animal rights movement and how it interacts with the above ground movement.
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Read in January, 2006
I found this book to be very textual. It was difficult to read and I never finished it. I think it's a good resource, and if you like essays will really like it.
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