Bioethics in a Cultural Context: Philosophy, Religion, History, Politics

by Vincent E. Barry

BIOETHICS IN A CULTURAL CONTEXT--PHILOSOPHY, RELIGION, HISTORY, POLITICS presents a unique, philosophical approach to modern bioethics. Rather than simply setting up debates about contemporary issues, this book recognizes that many of today�s bioethical controversies are tied to profound underlying questions fundamental as: "When does life begin and end?" "What is a human being or person?" "What is life's purpose?" "What is the ideal society?" The book is comprehensive and accessible, featuring a wide range of content that is crisply presented and clearly explained. A multitude of interesting examples and cases provides ample opportunity for discussion, debate, and research.

464 pages, Unbound

First published January 1, 2011

Reviews

[Anthony · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very useable bioethics textbook, incorporating science, philosophy, ethics, theology into a valuable anthropological framework.