Singer contends that the inhumane treatment of animals is a form of racism.
For some, this book began the modern animal rights movement. Singer discusses many aspects of ethics and morality, such as equality, taking life from both humans and animals, poverty and the environment. Singer, with co-author Helga Kuhse, questions the practice of keeping severely handicapped babies alive, instead of allowing parents to end the child's life. Discussing themes like euthanasia, vegetative state, embryo repair and fetal transplant, Singer produces a new set of ethics based on quality of life instead of sanctity of life. Inc. All rights reserved.