A Time to Live - The case against euthanasia and assisted suicide (Paperback, New edition)

A well-informed presentation of the case against assisted suicide, with reference to politics, society and medicine. This book addresses the the foundational imperative that cherishes life under all circumstances. This is about the choice of the kind of world we want to live in - a Christian heritage which is likely to be squandered. George Pitcher reaffirms the view that death is part of life: there is a long tradition of the acceptance of suffering. By contrast, the modern alternative - right to die becomes duty to die - looks utilitarian, the culling of the weak. There are worrying implications for the provision of care. We are being asked to consider the economics of suicide. Despite recent advances in palliative care there is a sad lack of investment, made worse by this callous approach. In Oregon and Holland, where euthanasia is licensed, there has been a marked fall in palliative care. George Pitcher concludes with a strong celebration of life, in which death plays its part. He argues that this approach empowers medical staff and leads to the regeneration of pastoral care.

General

Imprint:	Monarch Books
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	July 2010
First published:	July 2010
Authors:	George Pitcher
Dimensions:	216 x 138 x 10mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	160
Edition:	New edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-85424-987-6
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Christianity > Christian life & practice > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social issues > Ethical issues & debates > Euthanasia Books > Religion & Spirituality > Christianity > Christian life & practice > General Books > Christianity > Christian life & practice Promotions
LSN:	1-85424-987-8
Barcode:	9781854249876

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