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Euthanasia, Ethics and the Law
From Conflict to Compromise
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The book examines the ambiguous and often contradictory legal framework surrounding euthanasia in England and Wales, highlighting the competition among diverse ethical principles. It explores significant cases and legislation, such as the Diane Pretty litigation and Lord Joffe's Assisted Dying Bill, while addressing contemporary issues like "death tourism" and the nuances of involuntary and passive euthanasia. By intertwining legal and ethical discussions, it provides a comprehensive analysis of the complexities involved in end-of-life decisions.
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Euthanasia, Ethics and the Law, Richard Huxtable
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- 2007
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- Title
- Euthanasia, Ethics and the Law
- Subtitle
- From Conflict to Compromise
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Richard Huxtable
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis
- Released
- 2007
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 232
- ISBN13
- 9781844721061
- Category
- Legal literature
- Description
- The book examines the ambiguous and often contradictory legal framework surrounding euthanasia in England and Wales, highlighting the competition among diverse ethical principles. It explores significant cases and legislation, such as the Diane Pretty litigation and Lord Joffe's Assisted Dying Bill, while addressing contemporary issues like "death tourism" and the nuances of involuntary and passive euthanasia. By intertwining legal and ethical discussions, it provides a comprehensive analysis of the complexities involved in end-of-life decisions.