Choosing to live, choosing to die the complexities of assisted dying / Nikki Tate ; illustrations by Belle Wuthrich.
| Author/creator | Tate, Nikki, 1962- |
| Other author | Wuthrich, Belle, 1989- |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | [Victoria, British Columbia] : Orca Book Publishers, [2019] |
| Description | 172 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 22 cm |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Ebook Central - Public Library Complete |
| Subjects |
| Series | Orca issues Orca issues. ^A1398890 |
| Contents | Introduction -- The big picture -- Beginning at the end -- Consider the context -- The language of dying -- Assisted dying and the law -- Practical matters -- The philosophy of dying -- The nature of suffering -- Let me help -- Risks and safeguards -- A good death. |
| Abstract | "This nonfiction book for teens examines the complex issue of medical assistance in dying from multiple perspectives."-- Provided by publisher. |
| Abstract | There are few decisions more upsetting than deciding if a when the time is right to end a life. Is it more important to protect life at all costs, or to provide individuals with the right to choose what is best for them? Tate provides teenagers with multiple perspectives on the issue of providing medical assistance in dying. She encourage readers to keep an open mind, and reach their own conclusions. -- adapted from cover |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Other forms | Issued also in electronic formats. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2019934028 |
| ISBN | 9781459818897 (softcover) |
| ISBN | 145981889X (softcover) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |