Mercy
The Incredible Story of Henry Bergh, Founder of the ASPCA and Friend to Animals
1st Edition
Published on 11. June 2020
197 pages
978-0-544-82931-2 (ISBN)
Description
19th century animal rights pioneer Henry Bergh comes to life in this illustrated biography for young readers. Henry Bergh didn't seem like the kind of man who would speak up for animals. He'd never even had a pet before. But after witnessing horrific animal cruelty in the streets of New York and attending a bullfight in Spain, Bergh knew animals needed a champion to protect them. In the 1860s, Henry Bergh started the ASPCA and advocated for many animal cruelty prevention laws. Bergh worked hard to protect animalsacross the country, insisting that "mercy to animals means mercy to mankind."
This biography aimed at young readers includes color illustrations and period photographs as well as a timeline, bibliography, and other resources. "Well-documented, with sidebars on [Louisa May] Alcott, [Charles] Darwin, public health, child labor, and more, Furstinger's lively narrative fills a void" ( Kirkus).All prices
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The Incredible Story of Henry Bergh, Founder of the ASPCA and Friend to Animals
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Nancy Furstinger has been speaking up for animals since she learned to talk, and she hasn't shut up yet. She is the author of nearly 100 books, including many on her favorite topic: animals! She started her writing career in third grade, when her class performed a play she wrote while recovering from chicken pox. Since then, Nancy has been a feature writer for a daily newspaper, a managing editor of trade and consumer magazines, and an editor at two children's book publishing houses. She shares her home with big dogs, house rabbits, and a chinchilla (all rescued), and volunteers with several animal organizations. Visit her website at www.nancyfurstinger.com
Content
- Intro
- Title Page
- Contents
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Acknowledgments
- Epilogue
- Introduction
- A Privileged Childhood
- A Sour Note
- Seeds Of Change
- Bergh's Inspiration
- A Voice for the Voiceless
- Horse Sense
- Turtles: Animals or Insects?
- Swill Milk and Slaughterhouses
- Compassion For Canines
- "Civilized" Blood Sports
- Battling Barnum
- Compassion for Children
- The Great Meddler
- Into the Future
- Photos
- A Note from the Author
- Timeline
- Quote Sources
- Bibliography
- Picture Credits
- Index
- About the Author
- About the Illustrator
