Abstract
Biophilia, theorized by Fromm, Wilson, and Kellert, is examined as a potential support for a pro-animal ethos. First, I look at the idea and its definitions at the hands of its chief theorizers. Then I investigate how different stages of human cultural development (foraging, pastoralism, industrial agriculture) have influenced different aspects of biophilia—especially as this bears on animal alienation. Finally, I consider possible remedies in the form of renewed patterns of solidarity with other species, one of which transforms Marx’ concept of species-being. The article has ethical implications, but it is essentially a work in philosophical anthropology.
Recommended Citation
Acampora, Ralph
(2018)
"Biophilia: Alienation and Solidarity,"
Between the Species:
Vol. 22:
Iss.
1, Article 3.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/bts/vol22/iss1/3