1. Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White



While technically for children, this beloved book about friendship has been a favorite read for animal lovers for decades.

2. Persimmon Takes on Humanity by Christopher Locke



In this entertaining yet emotional book, a heroic raccoon named Persimmon goes on a quest to save animals from human exploitation.

3. The Vegetarian by Han Kang



This South Korean drama has received international acclaim,

telling the story of a young woman who decides to become vegetarian following a horrific, bloody dream.

4. The Jungle by Upton Sinclair



In 1905, Sinclair exposed the harsh conditions and exploited lives of meat industry workers. More than 100 years later, this unforgettable novel is still changing the way Americans feel about the meat industry.

5. Eating Animals by Jonathan Safran Foer



Hailed by many literary critics and activists as the best book ever written about animal agribusiness, Eating Animals is a must-read.

6. Frankenstein by Mary Shelley



Everyone has heard of Frankenstein. What you may not know is that both the author Mary Shelley and the monster in this famed novel were vegetarian.

7. The Awareness by Gene Stone



This riveting novel from Gene Stone and Jon Doyle envisions a time when all animals suddenly gain a universal consciousness and rise up against humankind.

8. Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows

by Melanie Joy



This book explores the ideology behind eating meat and why some animals are considered loving companions while others are considered food.

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