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Death, Brain Death and Ethics (Routledge Library Editions: Ethics) - Softcover

Book 11 of 16: Routledge Library Editions: Ethics

Lamb, David

 
9780367477714: Death, Brain Death and Ethics (Routledge Library Editions: Ethics)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0367477718 ISBN 13: 9780367477714
Publisher: Routledge, 2022

Synopsis

Originally published in 1985, this book examines the concept of death against the background of dramatic changes in medical technology. The book argues that ‘brain death’ can be precisely defined and that a biological concept of death such as ‘brain death’ can be philosophically well-grounded. It examines traditional criteria for death and various formulations of the concept of death in both medical literature and philosophical texts. Definitions of ‘brain death’ – some of which have become statute law – are critically examined. The author also examines ethical and social policy questions which arise out of attempts to redefine the boundaries of life.

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About the Author

David Lamb

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Publisher
Routledge
Publication date
2022
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0367477718
ISBN 13 
9780367477714
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
1
Number of pages
132