Ellie Robson on Mary Midgley on Animals

Update: 2025-08-17

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Mary Midgley didn't begin publishing until she was 59 years old, but nevertheless made a significant impact and had a distinctive approach. In this episode of Philosophy Bites Ellie Robson discusses some of her key ideas about our relationship with other animals.

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Ellie Robson on Mary Midgley on Animals

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Ellie Robson on Mary Midgley on Animals

Ellie Robson on Mary Midgley on Animals