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A Concise History of Euthanasia: Life, Death, God, and Medicine
Dowbiggen, Ian, University of Prince Edwa
A Concise History of Euthanasia: Life, Death, God, and Medicine
Dowbiggen, Ian, University of Prince Edwa
Traces the controversial record of mercy-killing, a source of heated debate among doctors and laypeople alike. This book examines evolving opinions about what constitutes a good death, taking into account the societal and religious values placed on sin, suffering, resignation, judgment, penance, and redemption.
172 pages
Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
Released | March 26, 2007 |
ISBN13 | 9780742531116 |
Publishers | Rowman & Littlefield |
Pages | 172 |
Dimensions | 158 × 229 × 13 mm · 256 g |
Language | English |