Abortion and euthanasia [electronic resource] / Dr. David James.
British and American common law traditionally prohibited abortion only after quickening (when the mother feels fetal movements). But after the U.S. Civil War, states began absolutely prohibiting abortion, based primarily on medical concerns. Then in 1973, U.S. abortion law was dramatically changed by the Supreme Court's decision in Roe v. Wade. Euthanasia means "good or peaceful death"; however, it may also be a form of suicide or killing, where morality depends heavily on motive. Passive euthanasia (a.k.a. "letting die")., includes refusing treatment for oneself and withholding life support for others. Active euthanasia -- a direct, positive act of mercy killing - is forbidden by virtually all ethical codes, though many defend it as a merciful alternative to a lingering, agonizing, fatal illness.
Record details
- ISBN: 0786166282 (sound recording : OverDrive Audio Book)
- ISBN: 9780786166282 (sound recording : OverDrive Audio Book)
- Publisher: [Ashland, Or.] : Knowledge Products, [2006]
Content descriptions
General Note: | Downloadable audio file. Title from: Title details screen. Unabridged. Duration: 3:00:03. |
Participant or Performer Note: | Read by Robert Guillaume. |
System Details Note: | Requires OverDrive Media Console Requires OverDrive Media Console (WMA file size: 43136 KB; MP3 file size: 84520 KB). Mode of access: World Wide Web. |
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Subject: | Abortion > Moral and ethical aspects. Euthanasia > Moral and ethical aspects. |
Genre: | DOWNLOADABLE AUDIOBOOK. Audiobooks. |