Animals, Nature & Albert Schweitzer

Animals, Nature & Albert Schweitzer
By Ann Cottrell Free

This unique and highly acclaimed small volume shows, primarily through Albert Schweitzer’s own words, how his philosophy of “reverence for life” developed as his long life unfolded. It demonstrates how the philosopher-physician-musician carried out his philosophy at his African hospital, in Europe, and in the U.S. and how he inspired the animal protection movement and the public’s awakening to environmental issues. It also describes his bond with individual animals and how he coped with the “dilemma of the will to live.” His memorable words, the sensitive commentary, and the appealing photographs combine to present forcefully and gracefully Schweitzer’s guidance to anyone troubled by disrespect of the natural world and those who live in it.