Striking at the Roots: A Practical Guide to Animal Activism by Mark Hawthorne is a welcome addition to any animal activist’s bookshelf.
As Captain Paul Watson, the founder and president of Sea Shepherd Conservation Society said about Striking at the Roots:“If you are serious about helping animals, then you should read this book.”
Effective Methods of Animal Activism
Striking at the Roots outlines some of the most effective forms of activism and provides readers with easy ways to get involved in helping animals. Hawthorne provides great advice on the various activism methods employed, including leafleting, writing letters and articles, tabling, protests and demonstrations and corporate campaigning. The testimonials scattered throughout the book from different colleagues, friends and like-minded strangers complement each informative chapter.
Hawthorne has been significantly involved with many of the organizations and the various methods of animal activism he writes about, making this book a very personal contribution.
Taking a Practical Approach for Animal Rights
Striking at the Roots is practical as well, providing potential and current activists with an outline of the legal system and an appendix titled “Know Your Rights”.
The appendices are handy additions to the book. The resources listed are extensive, including listings on animal rights groups, books, cruelty-free products, magazines, multimedia and online resources.
Ways Animal Activists Can Help Animals
Hawthorne offers readers eleven things everyone can do today to help animals. Some of the ideas include going vegan / vegetarian, volunteering at a local animal shelter or sanctuary, and having any companion animals spayed or neutered.
The author’s concern for animals is evident throughout the book, and, while activism methods, ways to get involved, additional resources and testimonials provided are all useful and inspiring, the most attractive part of Striking at the Roots is Hawthorne’s obvious passion for animal rights.
Striking at the Roots is a fantastic book for both new and experienced animal activists looking for a practical guide to animal activism. Author Mark Hawthorne writes in an informal and personable manner, making this book an encouraging and positive read.
Striking at the Roots: A Practical Guide to Animal Activism was first published in 2008 by O Books.
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