Fatal Freedom

The Ethics and Politics of Suicide

Autor*innen

• Thomas Szasz

Parameter

• 200 Seiten
• 7 Lesestunden

• Philosophie
• Politikwissenschaft
• Psychologie
• Recht
• Sachliteratur

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The book presents a compelling argument for the individual's right to choose voluntary death, challenging the legal restrictions that deny this freedom. Thomas Szasz critiques the psychiatric institution's coercive practices, asserting that society's refusal to recognize this choice undermines fundamental liberties. He highlights the inhumane treatment that can arise from such restrictions, advocating for a more compassionate and respectful approach to personal autonomy in matters of life and death.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2002
• Einband: Paperback