Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide

Global Views on Choosing to End Life

Michael J. Cholbi

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Praeger Publishers Inc
26 January 2017

Ethical issues: euthanasia & right to die

"This book addresses key historical, scientific, legal, and philosophical issues surrounding euthanasia and assisted suicide in the United States as well as in other countries and cultures. Euthanasia was practiced by Greek physicians as early as 500 BC. In the 20th century, legal and ethical controversies surrounding assisted dying exploded. Many religions and medical organizations led the way in opposition, citing the incompatibility of assisted dying with various religious traditions and with the obligations of medical personnel toward their patients. Today, these practices remain highly controversial both in the United States and around the world.

Comprising contributions from an international group of experts, this book thoroughly investigates euthanasia and assisted suicide from an interdisciplinary and global perspective. It presents the ethical arguments for and against assisted dying; highlights how assisted dying is perceived in various cultural and philosophical traditions—for example, South and East Asian cultures, Latin American perspectives, and religions including Islam and Christianity; and considers how assisted dying has both shaped and been shaped by the emergence of professionalized bioethics. Readers will also learn about the most controversial issues related to assisted dying, such as pediatric euthanasia, assisted dying for organ transplantation, and ""suicide tourism,"" and examine concerns relating to assisted dying for racial minorities, children, and the disabled."

Edited by: Michael J. Cholbi
Imprint: Praeger Publishers Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 30mm
Weight: 879g
ISBN: 9781440836794
ISBN 10: 1440836795
Pages: 424
Publication Date: 26 January 2017
Recommended Age: From 7 to 17 years
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Michael J. Cholbi, PhD, is professor of philosophy at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.

Reviews for Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide: Global Views on Choosing to End Life

Overall this title is an accessible and cogent introduction to the topic. . . . VERDICT A worthwhile addition for academic collections, especially for health sciences/medical students and upper-level undergraduates. * Library Journal *