Publisher's Synopsis
""A Dissertation On The Duty Of Mercy And Sin Of Cruelty To Brute Animals"" is a book written by Humphrey Primatt. It is a philosophical and ethical work that explores the relationship between humans and animals, specifically the moral obligations humans have towards animals. The book argues that humans have a duty to treat animals with kindness and compassion, and that cruelty towards animals is a sin. Primatt draws on various philosophical and religious traditions to support his argument, including the Bible, ancient Greek philosophy, and Enlightenment thought. The book is considered a landmark work in the history of animal rights and has influenced subsequent discussions on the subject.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
