George Fleming

Broschiertes Buch

Vivisection

A Prize Essay (1871)

Beschreibung

Vivisection: A Prize Essay (1871) by George Fleming is a book that explores the controversial topic of vivisection, the practice of conducting experiments on live animals for scientific research. The book was written in response to a competition held by the Victoria Street Society for the Abolition of Vivisection, and it won first prize.Fleming begins by discussing the history of vivisection, tracing its origins back to ancient Greece and Rome. He then examines the various arguments for and against the practice, including its potential benefits for medical research and its ethical implications for animal welfare.Throughout the book, Fleming provides detailed descriptions of various experiments conducted on animals, including dogs, rabbits, and frogs. He also discusses the physiological and psychological effects of vivisection on these animals, as well as the potential risks and limitations of using animal models for medical research.Ultimately, Fleming argues that while vivisection may have some benefits for scientific research, it is a cruel and unethical practice that should be abolished. He suggests alternative methods of research, such as computer simulations and in vitro testing, that could provide more accurate and humane results without the need for animal experimentation.Overall, Vivisection: A Prize Essay (1871) is a thought-provoking and informative book that sheds light on an important issue that continues to be debated today.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.

Autor

Julia Constance Fletcher (1853-1938), who wrote under the pseudonym George Fleming, was a British author and playwright. Born in Brazil to American parents, Fletcher was the daughter of James Cooley Fletcher and Henriette Malan, a Swiss clergyman's daughter. Her family background was one of intellectual and financial prominence, with her grandfather being the well-known banker Calvin Fletcher. Fletcher was educated at Abbot Academy in Andover, Massachusetts, and graduated in 1867. As an author, she was best known for her works of fiction, particularly Vestigia (1884), which is a novel that explores themes of love, loyalty, and personal conflict. Her other notable works include A Nile Novel, or Kismet (1876), Mirage (1878), and The Head of Medusa (1880). Though she initially wrote under her own name, Fletcher adopted the pen name George Fleming, which was more widely used in her writing career. Fletcher's works, often romantic in nature, reflect her interest in the complexities of human emotions and societal expectations, offering readers an insightful look at the psychological and emotional dilemmas of her characters. Her career spanned several decades, and she remains an interesting, though somewhat under-recognized, figure in the literary history of the late 19th century.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 64
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Mai 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 108g
• ISBN-13: 9781104523572
• ISBN-10: 1104523574
• Artikelnr.: 26501431