Christopher Stone

Christopher Stone was a legal scholar and philosopher known for arguing that non-human entities, such as animals and the environment, deserve legal rights and moral consideration. He challenged traditional views that only humans have rights, suggesting that extending legal protection to animals and nature could lead to more ethical treatment of all living beings and ecosystems. His work has influenced debates in environmental law, animal rights, and ethics, advocating for recognizing the intrinsic value of non-human life within legal frameworks.