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Join the author on an enchanting and delightful adventure in search of wildflowers, where every step reveals the beauty of nature and the joy of discovery. - Summary by KevinS

Join us as we explore the groundbreaking ideas presented in this book, where the author passionately challenges the notion of speciesism—long before the term even existed. Delve into arguments against vivisection, the exploitation of horses and wildlife, and the practices of hunting, fishing, and the fur trade. Advocating for a vegetarian lifestyle, this work is often hailed as one of the first significant discussions on animal rights. Narrated by Angus Taylor and James Hyslop, this is a thought-provoking journey into the ethics of our relationship with animals.

Dive into the riveting life of Henry David Thoreau, a man who wore many hats - philosopher, poet, writer, abolitionist, and anarchist. Notably recognized for his contributions to environmentalism and nature history, Thoreau remains an enigma to many. He is most famous for his landmark book, Walden, and his profound essay on Civil Disobedience. Join us as we explore his early biography penned by Henry Salt, a work held in high esteem by Thoreau scholars. This podcast is narrated by Phyllis Vincelli.

With clear logic and entertaining dialogues, the author presents many reasons for a vegetarian rather than a “flesh-eating” diet, and his arguments for not eating meat are as compelling today as when they were written.