An Ethical Problem or Sidelights Upon Scientific, Experimentation on Man and Animals (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Mann, Heinrich

 
9781451005561: An Ethical Problem or Sidelights Upon Scientific, Experimentation on Man and Animals (Classic Reprint)

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Exploring the humane debate around animal and human experimentation

This book examines the ethics, history, and consequences of vivisection, asking how far science should go in the pursuit of knowledge and better health. It tracks the evolution of thought from early demonstrations to modern reform efforts, highlighting the tension between scientific progress and compassion. Clear, careful writing presents the arguments, the evidence, and the real-world impacts on policy, medicine, and society.

  • A historical look at who defended and opposed vivisection and why
  • Discussion of regulation, reform movements, and the limits of scientific justification
  • Analysis of how pain, suffering, and animal welfare are weighed against potential benefits
  • Examination of how public opinion and professional norms shape practice
Ideal for readers of history, ethics, and medical policy who want a grounded, thoughtful view of a long-standing debate.

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