Book review: Arran Stibbe, Animals Erased: Discourse, Ecology, and Reconnection with the Natural World (original) (raw)

The book "Animals Erased" by Arran Stibbe utilizes critical discourse analysis (CDA) to explore harmful narratives regarding human-animal relationships within various societal contexts, including agriculture and media. It examines 'destructive discourses' that promote inhumane treatment of animals and detrimental ecological impact, as well as 'counter-discourses' that fail to respect animals' intrinsic worth. Furthermore, it highlights 'alternative discourses' from different cultural perspectives, such as Japanese environmentalism, that emphasize interdependence and respect for nature.