Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library

Choosing to live, choosing to die, the complexities of assisted dying, Nikki Tate ; illustrations by Belle Wuthrich

Label
Choosing to live, choosing to die, the complexities of assisted dying, Nikki Tate ; illustrations by Belle Wuthrich
Language
eng
Bibliography note
Includes bibliographical references and index
Illustrations
illustrationsmaps
Index
index present
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
Choosing to live, choosing to die
Nature of contents
dictionariesbibliography
Responsibility statement
Nikki Tate ; illustrations by Belle Wuthrich
Series statement
Orca issues
Sub title
the complexities of assisted dying
Summary
"This nonfiction book for teens examines the complex issue of medical assistance in dying from multiple perspectives."--, Provided by publisherThere are few decisions more upsetting than deciding if a when the time is right to end a life. Is it more important to protect life at all costs, or to provide individuals with the right to choose what is best for them? Tate provides teenagers with multiple perspectives on the issue of providing medical assistance in dying. She encourage readers to keep an open mind, and reach their own conclusions. --, adapted from cover
Table Of Contents
Introduction -- The big picture -- Beginning at the end -- Consider the context -- The language of dying -- Assisted dying and the law -- Practical matters -- The philosophy of dying -- The nature of suffering -- Let me help -- Risks and safeguards -- A good death
Target audience
juvenile
resource.variantTitle
Choosing to Live, Choosing to Die: The Complexities of Assisted Dying
Content
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