Euthanasia in the Netherlands: The Policy and Practice of Mercy Killing: Volume 20 (International Library of Ethics, Law, and the New Medicine)
R. Cohen-Almagor
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Description for Euthanasia in the Netherlands: The Policy and Practice of Mercy Killing: Volume 20 (International Library of Ethics, Law, and the New Medicine)
Paperback. Suitable for those who wish to understand the pitfalls of policy-making where euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide are concerned, this book offers an interdisciplinary study in medicine, law, religion and ethics. It considers the philosophical difficulties inherent in the concepts of medical ethics. Series: International Library of Ethics, Law, and the New Medicine. Num Pages: 218 pages, biography. BIC Classification: LNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 515.
The Dutch experience has influenced the debate on euthanasia and death with dignity around the globe, especially with regard to whether physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia should be legitimized or legalized. A review of the literature reveals complex and often contradictory views about the Dutch experience. Some claim that the Netherlands offers a model for the world to follow; others believe that the Netherlands represents danger, rather than promise, and that the Dutch experience is the definitive answer regarding why we should not make active euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide part of our lives. Given these contradictory views, it has become clear ... Read more
The Dutch experience has influenced the debate on euthanasia and death with dignity around the globe, especially with regard to whether physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia should be legitimized or legalized. A review of the literature reveals complex and often contradictory views about the Dutch experience. Some claim that the Netherlands offers a model for the world to follow; others believe that the Netherlands represents danger, rather than promise, and that the Dutch experience is the definitive answer regarding why we should not make active euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide part of our lives. Given these contradictory views, it has become clear ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Springer
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Series
International Library of Ethics, Law, and the New Medicine
Condition
New
Weight
515g
Number of Pages
205
Place of Publication
Dordrecht, Netherlands
ISBN
9789048166237
SKU
V9789048166237
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99-15
Reviews for Euthanasia in the Netherlands: The Policy and Practice of Mercy Killing: Volume 20 (International Library of Ethics, Law, and the New Medicine)
From the reviews: Euthanasia in the Netherlands is an excellent book on an important topic. It succeeds in giving an even-handed appraisal of Dutch euthanasia practices, providing a better understanding and valuable insights of the Dutch experience with euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide. Cohen-Almagor analyses clearly and accurately the weaknesses of the policy and offers ... Read more