This work is an introductory treatment of issues and options in social
and bioethics which center on the end of life. Moreland and Geisler
have attempted to simplify and summarize various end-of-life topics
without being simplistic or caricaturing different viewpoints, even
though the authors' own viewpoints are made perfectly clear. A
comprehensive bibliography, glossary, and subject and author index make
this a valuable textbook as well as a resource for further study. The
major purpose of this book is to make the reader think more clearly and
deeply about the important issues discussed between its covers.
Beginning the work is an essay that introduces the dilemma of ethical
decisions. The following chapters separately discuss the situations of
abortion, infanticide, euthanasia, suicide, capital punishment, and
war. The discussion concludes with a chapter of practical and
theoretical guidance for making ethical decisions. A glossary, subject
index, author index, and selected bibliography for each chapter make
this a valuable text. This important work will not only appeal to
experienced philosophers, but also to students of moral philosophy,
theology, and ethics. ~
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