Stephen Holland

Bioethics: A Philosophical Introduction

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ISBN 13:
9780745690605
author:
Stephen Holland
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Polity 2nd Revised edition edition
language:
English
Publication Year:
2016
Pages:
272
Dimensions:
15.2 x 2 x 22.9 cm
Genre:
Science & Nature, Medicine, Medical Sciences A-Z, Stephen Holland,Bioethics: A Philosophical Introduction,Polity,0745690602,Social Issues, Services & Welfare,Philosophy,Bioethics,Medical ethics,Ethical issues & debates,Ethics & moral philosophy,Medic
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Bioethics: A Philosophical Introduction by Stephen Holland provides a clear and comprehensive overview of contemporary bioethical issues. This thought-provoking book presents engaging arguments on topics such as euthanasia, genetic enhancement, and human cloning, encouraging readers to consider the philosophical implications of recent developments in genetics. Holland's approach is structured around four key themes: moral status, life, death, and killing; personal identity; and the argument from nature. This framework creates a stimulating introduction to bioethics that will appeal to students and professionals alike. The second edition has been updated to reflect the latest advances in bioethics, with an additional chapter on the ethical treatment of patients in minimally conscious states. By engaging with these debates, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the complex issues at the intersection of philosophy, ethics, and medicine.

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