Human Animals - Paperback

Human Animals is a thought-provoking book written by Frank Hamel that explores the complex relationship between humans and animals. Hamel delves into various aspects of this relationship, including the ways in which humans have historically used animals for food, clothing, and labor, as well as the more recent trend of treating animals as companions and even family members. The book also examines the ethical considerations surrounding animal testing, hunting, and conservation efforts.Throughout the book, Hamel challenges readers to consider their own beliefs and attitudes towards animals, and to question the ways in which humans have traditionally interacted with them. He argues that we must recognize the inherent value of animals as living beings, and work towards a more respectful and compassionate relationship with them.Overall, Human Animals is a thought-provoking and insightful read that will appeal to anyone interested in animal rights, ethics, and the relationship between humans and the natural world.1915. From the abundant records and traditions dealing with the curious belief that certain men and women can transform themselves into animals, Mr. Hamel collected a number of instances and examples which throw fresh light on the subject both from the point of view of folk lore and occultism. The causes of transformation are various: contact with a wer-animal, touching what he has touched, wearing an animal skin, rubbing the body with ointment, slipping on a girdle, buckling on a strap, and many other expedients, magical and otherwise, may bring about the metamorphosis. This book is intended to provide a comprehensive view of the subject and to familiarize the reader with the nature of the phenomena.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.