A Theory of Justice for Animals Animal Rights in a Nonideal World

"In this highly anticipated book, Robert Garner presents a clear and persuasive new theory of justice for animals. Because the theory aims to be feasible, and attuned to what can be achieved given the realities of our societies, the book is required reading for all those interested in the future of animal protection." -Alasdair Cochrane, Lecturer in Political Theory, University of Sheffield
"Integrating moral and political philosophy, and carefully distinguishing ideal from nonideal theory, Garner advances a powerful case that any complete theory of justice will include animals within its scope. This erudite, carefully argued monograph contributes importantly to both animal ethics and justice theory."-David DeGrazia, Professor of Philosophy, George Washington University
"In this pathbreaking book Garner leaves us in no doubt that animals would be better off as recipients of justice than mere objects of moral concern. Combining imagination with a compelling pragmatism, he pulls off the unique feat of persuading us not only that animals deserve justice but that they can be granted it without overturning the political order as we know it."-Andy Dobson, Professor of Politics, Keele University