Vegan Authors & Book Reviews
The Australian moral philosopher Peter Singer’s seminal work Animal Liberation, published in 1975, is often cited as the book that sparked a global movement. However, the idea of animal rights has been with us for a long, long time, discussed – for example – by the great Russian novelist Leo Tolstoy, who was said to have been vegetarian for the last two decades of his life. Tolstoy famously wrote, “A man can live and be healthy without killing animals for food; therefore, if he eats meat, he participates in taking animal life merely for the sake of his appetite. And to act so is immoral.”
Today, we have a plethora of vegan books. Many, if not most, are cookbooks. That makes sense, as the greatest numbers of animals killed are either to eat meat and dairy or to destroy forests to create grazing land for cattle or to grow crops to feed farmed animals.
Eating Animals, by Jonathan Safran Foer, is a powerful book that got the attention of the chattering class. Canadian photojournalist Jo-Anne McArthur’s books, We Animals and Hidden: Animals in the Anthropocene use exquisite photography to expose horrific cruelty. We could go on. There are so many extraordinary works, all with one aim: to show humans it is their moral responsibility to be kind to animals. It’s also in our self-interest.
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Two experts on fashion and food share their insights into the vegan scene in these two important industries Los Angeles, July 7th, 2024 — What’s the state of the vegan scene when it comes to food and fashion? It’s an important question because our ability to transition to a plant-based culture in these two key arenas could help us avoid the worst outcomes of climate change, habitat destruction, wildlife extinction, human world hunger and lifestyle diseases.
Watch the inspiring journey of J.D. Rasch, a former banker turned influential vegan investor and philanthropist. Rasch’s story is not just about accumulating degrees and skills; it’s about his unwavering commitment to creating a compassionate world. From supporting animal welfare organizations like Woodstock Farm Sanctuary to pioneering investments in cutting-edge, cruelty-free products, Rasch is shaping the future of sustainable business.
Social psychologist Melanie Joy’s new book, How To End Injustice Everywhere, addresses the issue of infighting within social justice movements such as veganism. Los Angeles, January 29th, 2024 — In this complex and often cruel world, just about everyone has experienced a sense of injustice at some point.
The vegan culinary instructor Chef AJ successfully transitioned from being an obese, vegan, junk food addict to a healthy whole-food, plant-based cooking teacher Los Angeles, December 19th, 2023 — Two-thirds of Americans are overweight or obese. In desperation, many are now turning to weight loss drugs that can have severe negative side effects.
Jordi Casamitjana, the author of the book Ethical Vegan, writes an open letter to vegetarians to help them transition to a vegan diet. London, October 21, 2023 Dear Vegetarian. We need to talk. First of all, I want to thank you.
Glen Merzer and Tracy Childs, the authors of the book America Goes Vegan, explain why a plant-based diet is the best hope for America and the world Los Angeles, July 28th, 2023 — The author Glen Merzer has written a book titled America Goes Vegan: America’s Favorite Comfort Foods Made Healthy.
Jewish scholar Richard H. Schwartz has been revealing the connections between Judaism and Veganism in a series of educational books Los Angeles, July 2oth, 2023 — Over the course of an awe-inspiring career, Richard Schwartz, now 89 years old, has revealed the many connections between Judaism and veganism.
Nicole Derseweh, the contest winner of the 100% vegan cooking competition PEELED, is launching a Vegan Lox Brand. Los Angeles, January 27, 2023 — When you’re the contest winner of a TV show, it’s a great opportunity to use the momentum to start your dream project.
Mitali Deypurkaystha is a vegan publisher who helps ethically-minded authors to make their dream books a reality Have you ever thought about writing a book? If you have a message to shout about, have you ever considered doing it through writing?
The actress and filmmaker Jasmine Leyva has authored two children’s books inspiring kids to embrace plant-based food. TV producer, filmmaker, and actress Jasmine Leyva has now authored two magical children’s books to help parents and teachers channel the inner vegan in children so they can grow up healthy and companionate.