Other Animals in Twenty-First Century Fiction

Focusing on contemporary representations of animals in fiction, this book delves into how various novels reshape traditional views of creatures, from horses to chimpanzees. It examines the complex relationships between humans and animals, highlighting how narrative form and ethics influence these connections. Through detailed readings, it develops new critical practices in Literary Animal Studies, revealing how fictional portrayals reflect and challenge real-world perceptions and treatment of animals, ultimately questioning the distinctions humans create between themselves and other beings.