The Peaceful Pill Handbook [Paperback]

Philip Nitschke (Author), Fiona Stewart (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 1, 2010

The new 2012 edition contains a whole-of-book rewrite featuring 4 complete chapters on the barbiturates including, online & offline sources, testing, manufacture & administration. Other issues covered include the use of inert gases (eg. Nitrogen/ Helium), updated Swiss option, prescription drugs & poisons. Exit's unique Reliability & Peacefulness Test compares methods enabling easy practical analysis. The Handbook is aimed at Seniors & folk who are seriously ill & their families.

Editorial Reviews

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I have bought The Peaceful Pill eHandbook and it is a great comfort to know that there are people who understand what suffering is and how we should have the right to choose whether to live or die - Stephen, UK --Reader Testimonial

I have read the digital version of your Peaceful Pill eHandbook cover to cover and I greatly admire your courage in providing this critical information to the public. Please keep up your excellent work! - Margaret, USA --Reader Testimonial

The Peaceful Pill Handbook is a great book and full of great information. I especially was drawn to the Nembutal chapter - Kelly, USA --Reader Testimonial

I live in the Midwest USA. I recently contacted Dorian via the information provided and was successfully able to purchase 2 standard bottles of Nembutal He was very prompt and professional throughout the transaction, which took slightly more than 3 weeks. - Jason, USA --Reader Testimonial

I successfully obtained powdered Nembutal from China, (12 gms). They were professional and quick to respond, cost US$260 inc. p&p. - Gertrude, UK

--Reader Testimonial

I live in the Midwest USA. I recently contacted Dorian via the information provided and was successfully able to purchase 2 standard bottles of Nembutal He was very prompt and professional throughout the transaction, which took slightly more than 3 weeks. - Jason, USA --Reader Testimonial

I successfully obtained powdered Nembutal from China, (12 gms). They were professional and quick to respond, cost US$260 inc. p&p. - Gertrude, UK --Reader Testimonial

About the Author

A physician & scientist, Dr Philip Nitschke is a leading world authority of end of life choices. Founder of Exit International.net, Dr Nitschke brings scientific & medical expertise to the question of end of life choices. He speaks to the reader in layman's terms that everyone can understand.

Product Details

• Paperback: 311 pages
• Publisher: Exit International US Ltd (December 1, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0978878825
• ISBN-13: 978-0978878825
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #135,725 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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153 of 155 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars It fills a need., May 13, 2008

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JACK BUTLER "Jack Butler" (Newport News VA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Peaceful Pill Handbook (Paperback)

This is the only book of its kind that I've read that is so thoroughly researched. It's a pretty comprehensive study of the various ways there are to end one's life. And each method is rated in many categories including effectiveness, ease of obtaining the required materials, painlessness, etc. Near the end of the book there is a good description of how to obtain the best drug (in Mexico) and includes very helpful pictures of the products. I can seriously see cutting the pictures out and showing them to a clerk in Mexico who might otherwise not be able to figure out what I was looking for (because of language difficulties). However, you pay a stiff price to get this information in paperback form ($35.),there is a lot of scientific "padding" to fill out the pages and that is why I gave it four stars instead of five. However, it is the only game in town at this time as far as I know so I'm glad that I have it in my library in spite of the high cost.

129 of 137 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Lacks practical solutions, October 1, 2008

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dnetdog "averageGuy" (Piedmont, NC USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Peaceful Pill Handbook (Paperback)

For those who would like to have control of their destiny, this is detailed but frustrating book. The problem is that none of the solutions that could be considered "peaceful" are practical for most people. The primary "peaceful" solution requires going to Mexico to smuggle a life-ending drug into the US. The second best option requires obtaining a prescription for a drug that most doctor's are unwilling to provide. The remaining solutions are anything but peaceful and would cause devastating trauma to any family member who might become involved during or after the end of life event. Hopefully, there are (or will be) other books that better address the issue of death with dignity.

98 of 105 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars straight to the point, April 30, 2008

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Juanita James (Australia, Melbourne) - See all my reviews
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I am only in my 30's and not ready to leave this place just yet(if I can help it). Knowing that I have this book is such peace of mind for me and my boyfriend because should anything happen I want to control MY outcome. The book gives you alternatives on how to end it and gives you the information you need to be able to make sure you don't make mistakes. This is much better than trying something and have it go horribly wrong.
I REALLY THINK EUTHANASIA SHOULD BE LEGAL.