Almost Over: Aging, Dying, Dead

This book by noted philosopher F.M. Kamm is a philosophical discussion of moral, legal, and medical issues related to aging, dying, and death. One of its aims is to decide whether and when it might make sense to not resist or bring about the end of one's life. To answer this question it considers views about meaning in life and what makes life worth living. It evaluates recent attempts to help the general public plan in advance for the end of life. It also considers whether or not physician-assisted suicide is morally ... Read More

This book by noted philosopher F.M. Kamm is a philosophical discussion of moral, legal, and medical issues related to aging, dying, and death. One of its aims is to decide whether and when it might make sense to not resist or bring about the end of one's life. To answer this question it considers views about meaning in life and what makes life worth living. It evaluates recent attempts to help the general public plan in advance for the end of life. It also considers whether or not physician-assisted suicide is morally permissible and if it should be legalized. Read Less

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  	This is a digital edition of this title. Rent eBook (2 Options) 180 Day Rental: $18.85 (Expires Dec 31, 2024) 365 Day Rental: $21.75 (Expires Jul 04, 2025) Buy eBook Lifetime Access: $28.99 Title: Almost Over by F. M. Kamm Publisher: Oxford University Press Academic US Print ISBN: 9780197764107, 019776410X eText ISBN: 9780190097172 Edition: 2023 Format: EPUB eBook	$18.85 Rent eBook This is a digital eBook Nothing will be shipped to you Works with web browsers and the VitalSource app on all Windows, Mac, Chromebook, Kindle Fire, iOS, and Android devices Most eBooks are returnable within 14 days of purchase Questions? See our eBook FAQ