A Paean to Nonhuman Life
Briefly

Millet's work, 'We Loved It All: A Memory Life,' explores themes of grief through childhood experiences and questions the human-centric views of animal lives.
Millet’s childhood memories unlock a broader understanding of grief that transcends pets, encouraging readers to reconsider their emotional connections with nonhuman life.
The dismissive attitude towards pets, like calling Trudy 'just a guinea pig,' reflects societal norms that overlook the emotional realities of animals and human relationships.
Millet challenges conventional views by suggesting that nonhuman beings are capable of complex feelings, urging a reassessment of human-centric perspectives on emotions.
Read at The Nation
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