{"title":"Jeremy Gans","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the fascinating world of Jeremy Gans, a prolific author who elegantly navigates the quirky crossroads of law and nature. Known for his intriguing exploration of legal history, Gans captivates readers with his unique insights and compelling narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his standout works, \u003cem\u003eGuilty Pigs: The Weird and Wonderful History of Animal Law\u003c\/em\u003e, takes you on an extraordinary journey through the history of animals in the courtroom. This captivating book uncovers the surprising legal entanglements of the animal kingdom, highlighting bizarre court cases involving creatures great and small.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGans's work is where science and nature meet storytelling, offering a thought-provoking perspective on how the law interacts with the natural world. His engaging writing style and meticulously researched anecdotes provide an educational yet entertaining reading experience for those curious about the peculiarities of animal law.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into Jeremy Gans's collection to discover a world where legal systems meet the animal kingdom, all through the lens of a skilled storyteller.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"guilty-pigs-the-weird-and-wonderful-history-of-animal-law-by-jeremy-gans-9781760641849","title":"Guilty Pigs: The Weird and Wonderful History of Animal Law","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn illuminating and entertaining history of the law's treatment of animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrespassing bees, murderous zebras, reasonable cows... Ever since biblical times, animals have been clashing with human laws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eGuilty Pigs\u003c\/em\u003e, animal law experts Katy Barnett and Jeremy Gans guide readers through the philosophy and practice of animal-related law, from the very earliest cases to the issues we are debating today, including the responsibilities of pet owners and the application of human rights to animals. They also cover hunting rights, using animals to solve crime, protecting animals from abuse and neglect, and the unique nature of owning a living being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat to do with animals that injure or kill people, in particular, has long troubled humans. In medieval Europe, 'killer' animals—horses, cattle and most often pigs, which were notorious for eating young children—were put on trial. Even in the early twentieth century, circus elephants who lashed out at their keepers in America were summarily executed for their crimes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFilled with lively and sometimes bizarre case studies, this is a fascinating and entertaining read—for all lovers of misbehaving creatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46342631129324,"sku":"9781760641849","price":33.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23805433482814.jpg?v=1743926420"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/jeremy-gans.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}