vbid/9781000056327

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Originally published in 1985, this book examines the concept of death against the background of dramatic changes in medical technology. The book argues that �brain death� can be precisely defined and that a biological concept of death such as �brain death� can be philosophically well-grounded. It examines traditional criteria for death and various formulations of the concept of death in both medical literature and philosophical texts. Definitions of �brain death� � some of which have become statute law � are critically examined. The author also examines ethical and social policy questions which arise out of attempts to redefine the boundaries of life.Typham this is the title: Death, Brain Death and Ethics 1st Edition