A Concise History of Euthanasia: Life, Death, God and Medicine (Critical Issues in History)

by IanDowbiggin (Author)

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  Paperback
  2007

  $23.36

  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.