Thomas Lepeltier

Thomas Lepeltier, born on 4 January 1967, is a French scholar, essayist, and writer. He holds a PhD in astrophysics and has taught in various institutions before focusing on the history and philosophy of science. His intellectual journey led him to animal ethics and veganism after reading Charles Patterson's "Eternal Treblinka." Lepeltier is known for his philosophical works on animal ethics, such as "L'imposture intellectuelle des carnivores" (The Intellectual Deception of Carnivores), and his contributions to science history, including "Darwin hérétique" (Darwin Heretic) and "Univers parallèles" (Parallel Universes). Initially gaining recognition as a science historian, he is now a prominent advocate for animals in French media. His philosophy is rooted in antispeciesism, arguing that species membership is not a morally relevant criterion for consideration. He critiques intellectuals who justify meat consumption and advocates for a broader moral circle that includes wild animals. Lepeltier has been a vocal presence in French media, debating animal ethics and contributing to popular science magazines like "La Recherche" and "Sciences Humaines." He is also an editor and writer for the antispeciesist journal "L'Amorce."