{"title":"Melanie Joy","description":"\u003cp\u003eMelanie Joy is a captivating author whose works delve into the intricate world of human beliefs and behaviours, focusing on food systems and social justice. Her eloquent writing and thorough research make her a significant voice in the \u003cem\u003ePolitics \u0026amp; Current Affairs\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/em\u003e categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Melanie's acclaimed books, \u003cem\u003eWhy We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows\u003c\/em\u003e, explores the psychology behind the choices we make regarding animals, inviting readers to reflect deeply on cultural norms. Melanie provides compelling insights into the concept of \"carnism\"—the invisible belief system that conditions people to eat certain animals while loving others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn her enlightening book, \u003cem\u003eHow to End Injustice Everywhere\u003c\/em\u003e, Melanie Joy extends her scope to address broader issues of injustice, advocating for compassion and awareness as tools for social change. Her work inspires readers to challenge their perspectives and encourages an empathetic approach to global injustices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMelanie Joy's impactful books are a must-read for anyone eager to understand the intricate relationships between society, culture, and human behaviour. Her thought-provoking narratives empower readers to question and redefine their worldviews.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"why-we-love-dogs-eat-pigs-and-wear-cows-by-melanie-joy-9781590035016","title":"Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs and Wear Cows","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Introduction to Carnism.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"An important and groundbreaking contribution to the struggle for the welfare of animals.\" \u003cem\u003e- Yuval Harari,\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e best-selling author of \u003cem\u003eSapiens: A Brief History of Humankind\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"An absorbing examination of why humans feel affection and compassion for certain animals but are callous to the suffering of others.\" \u003cem\u003e- Publishers Weekly\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhy We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows\u003c\/em\u003e offers an absorbing look at what social psychologist Melanie Joy calls \u003cem\u003ecarnism\u003c\/em\u003e, the belief system that conditions us to eat certain animals when we would never dream of eating others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCarnism causes extensive animal suffering and global injustice, and it drives us to act against our own interests and the interests of others without fully realising what we are doing. Becoming aware of what carnism is and how it functions is vital to personal empowerment and social transformation, as it enables us to make our food choices more freely—because without awareness, there is no free choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46998837199084,"sku":"9781590035016","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2884503482754.jpg?v=1763233402"},{"product_id":"how-to-end-injustice-everywhere-by-melanie-joy-9781590566862","title":"How to End Injustice Everywhere","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this eye-opening and compelling work, psychologist Melanie Joy reveals the common denominator driving all forms of injustice. The mentality that drives us to oppress and abuse humans is the same mentality that drives us to oppress and abuse nonhumans and the environment, as well as those in our own groups working for justice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHow to End Injustice Everywhere\u003c\/i\u003e offers a fascinating examination of the psychology and structure of unjust systems and behaviours. It also offers practical tools to help raise awareness of these systems and dynamics, reduce infighting, and build more resilient and impactful justice movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362623897836,"sku":"9781590566862","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8202963482754.jpg?v=1772898105"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/melanie-joy.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}