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The value of species / Edward L. McCord.

By: Publication details: New Haven : Yale University Press, c2012.Description: xxii, 160 p. ; 21 cmISBN:
  • 9780300176575 (alk. paper)
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 179/.1 23
LOC classification:
  • GE42 .M378 2012
Contents:
To an inquisitive mind open to honest reflection, the value of every species is incalculable -- The intellectual value of species to humans stems from our unique character -- The fate of life on earth hinges on property values -- Humans are poised to destroy the resources of a world of bountiful interest -- Property ownership and the desire for money work against the interests of species -- Free market environmentalism places profits above the public interest -- Species have no direct claim for consideration in an ethical community -- What kind of humanity do we embrace?
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Item type Current library Shelving location Call number Copy number Status Date due Barcode
Book Book NMC Library Stacks GE42 .M378 2012 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 33039001214260

Includes bibliographical references (p. 135-152) and index.

To an inquisitive mind open to honest reflection, the value of every species is incalculable -- The intellectual value of species to humans stems from our unique character -- The fate of life on earth hinges on property values -- Humans are poised to destroy the resources of a world of bountiful interest -- Property ownership and the desire for money work against the interests of species -- Free market environmentalism places profits above the public interest -- Species have no direct claim for consideration in an ethical community -- What kind of humanity do we embrace?

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