The Philosopher

Anna L. Peterson

The synopsis

Anna L. Peterson, born in 1963, is an American scholar specializing in religious studies. She holds a professorship in the Department of Religion at the University of Florida, where she has been employed since 1993. Her academic pursuits center on religion in Latin America and diverse ethical considerations, encompassing religious, Christian, environmental, animal, and social ethics. Peterson's scholarly contributions include seven monographs, either as sole author or co-author. Notable works include "Martyrdom and the Politics of Religion" (1997), "Being Human: Ethics, Environment, and Our Place in the World" (2001), "Seeds of the Kingdom" (2001), "Everyday Ethics and Social Change" (2009), "Being Animal" (2013), "Works Righteousness" (2020), and "Cats and Conservationists" (2020).

The works