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The Philosophy of Death

  • Paperback
  • 264 pages
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • 15 x 22.7 x 1.3 cm

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The Philosophy of Death is a discussion of the basic philosophical issues concerning death, and a critical introduction to the relevant contemporary philosophical literature. Luper begins by addressing questions about those who die: What is it to be alive? What does it mean for you and me to exist? Under what conditions do we persist over time, and when do we perish? Next, he considers several questions concerning death, including: What does dying consist in; in particular, how does it differ from ageing? Must death be permanent? By what signs may it be identified? Is death bad for the one who dies? If so why? Finally he discusses whether, and why, killing is morally objectionable, and suggests that it is often permissible; in particular, (assisted) suicide, euthanasia and abortion may all be morally permissible. His book is a lively and engaging philosophical treatment of a perennially fascinating and relevant subject.
The Philosophy of Death and The Cambridge Companion to Life and Death
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  • Author

    Steven Luper

  • Book Format

    Paperback

  • Publisher

    Cambridge University Press

  • Published

    May 2009

  • Weight

    359g

  • Page Count

    264

  • Dimensions

    15 x 22.7 x 1.3 cm

  • ISBN

    9780521709125

  • ISBN-10

    0521709121

  • Eden Code

    4575385

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