Bateson, John
The Final Leap: Suicide on the Golden Gate Bridge
- ISBN 13:
- 9780520272408
- author:
- Bateson, John
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- University of California Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 14.6 x 2.5 x 21.6 cm
- Genre:
- Health, Family & Lifestyle, Psychology & Psychiatry, Specific Topics
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Golden Gate Bridge stands as one of the world's most iconic landmarks, yet it is also a site of unimaginable tragedy. Since its opening in 1937, over 1,500 people have lost their lives by jumping off the bridge, making it the top suicide site on earth. This book delves into the complex issue of Golden Gate Bridge suicides, exploring the reasons behind the design decision that led to so many deaths and examining arguments for and against a suicide barrier. Through the stories of those who have died, survived, and been affected by this tragedy, John Bateson sheds light on the phenomenon of suicide and its impact on individuals and communities. By weaving together drama, tragedy, and politics, The Final Leap provides a thought-provoking examination of a pressing social issue, one that continues to resonate with families, advocates, and those who work to prevent such tragedies.
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