O'Mahony, Seamus
The Way We Die Now
- ISBN 13:
- 9781784974282
- author:
- O'Mahony, Seamus
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Head of Zeus
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 13 x 2.6 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Death & Dying,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Way We Die Now by Seamus O'Mahony explores the complexities of death in modern society. In a culture where medical interventions often overshadow personal dignity, we've lost touch with the natural process of dying. This thought-provoking book examines how our attitudes towards mortality have shifted, leading to a decline in meaningful end-of-life experiences. The author argues that our increasing reliance on hospital care and medical technology has made it difficult for individuals to face death with courage and compassion. As a result, we've lost sight of the importance of human connection and personal autonomy in the final stages of life. O'Mahony's book offers a nuanced exploration of this issue, shedding light on the need for a more compassionate and dignified approach to dying. By examining the western way of death, O'Mahony invites readers to reflect on their own values and attitudes towards mortality. This is a moving and thought-provoking book that challenges us to rethink our assumptions about death and dying in modern society.
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