Merciful Release: A History of the British Euthenasia Movement [Paperback]

Nick Kemp (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0719061245 | ISBN-13: 978-0719061240 | Publication Date: September 7, 2002

Merciful Release provides the first comprehensive study of the British euthanasia movement from its inception in the philosophic debates of the late 19th Century, to the storm-center of contemporary medical, legal, and ethical debate concerning physician-assisted suicide. Drawing upon a wealth of hitherto unexplored archival material and periodical literature, the book traces the delicate interplay of medicine, politics, philosophical debate, public opinion, and the fluctuating fortunes of the euthanasia movement.

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About the Author

Nick Kemp teaches History at Collingwood College, Camberley, Surrey.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Manchester University Press (September 7, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0719061245
• ISBN-13: 978-0719061240
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,871,437 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A masterpiece, March 25, 2004

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Adam Al-Muhanna (London) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Merciful Release: A History of the British Euthenasia Movement (Hardcover)

This book is an example of true perfection in modern day historical commentary. I am a pupil of his and I must admit that his views and knowledge of euthanasia and other such issues are quite astounding. One must note the vast range of vocabulary used in this masterpiece 'merciful release'.