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Time to Live by George Pitcher was published by Lion Hudson in July 2010 and is our 46802nd best seller.
The author seeks to demolish the idea that opposition to assisted suicide is purely religious, and that its supporters are all compassionate secularists. There are Christians and atheists on both sides of the argument – indeed this book is written in reply to another, also by an Anglican priest, which comes down in favour. George Pitcher sets out in detail why he disagrees, exploring how society has come to this point. He also considers in detail the stark realities of Oregon, the Netherlands and Switzerland – all places where assisted suicide is legal and which are used as examples by those advocating the same here. The medical, legal, cultural, social and political angles are thoroughly investigated, and he ends by explaining his own theology and its affect on his views.
He presents a well-informed and persuasive case. The only flaws I found were a tendency to dogmatism in the section devoted to society, and comments of jaw-dropping crassness on the subject of abortion and the opponents thereof. After setting out so compelling a case for the sanctity of all life, this sounds a jarring note to say the least, but it should not be used to discredit the rest of what he has to say. If you are looking for good, relevant information from a different viewpoint to the assisted-dying lobby, you will find it here.
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A well-informed presentation of the case against assisted suicide, with reference to politics, society and medicine. This book addresses the the foundational imperative that cherishes life under all circumstances. This is about the choice of the kind of world we want to live in - a Christian heritage which is likely to be squandered. George Pitcher reaffirms the view that death is part of life: there is a long tradition of the acceptance of suffering. By contrast, the modern alternative - right to die becomes duty to die - looks utilitarian, the culling of the weak. There are worrying implications for the provision of care. We are being asked to consider the economics of suicide. Despite recent advances in palliative care there is a sad lack of investment, made worse by this callous approach. In Oregon and Holland, where euthanasia is licensed, there has been a marked fall in palliative care. George Pitcher concludes with a strong celebration of life, in which death plays its part. He argues that this approach empowers medical staff and leads to the regeneration of pastoral care.
A well-informed presentation of the case against assisted suicide, with reference to politics, society and medicine.
A well-informed presentation of the case against assisted suicide, with reference to politics, society and medicine.
| Author / Artist | George Pitcher |
| Book Format | Paperback |
| Publisher | Lion Hudson (July 2010) |
| Weight | 208g |
| Number of Pages | 162 |
| Thickness | 10 mm |
| Height | 213 mm |
| Width | 137 mm |
| ISBN | 9781854249876 |
| ISBN-10 | 1854249878 |
| Product Code | 2709946 |
| Page last updated | 18th April 2024 |
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