Carrick (philosophy, Gettysburg College) explores the origins and development of medical ethics as practiced by physicians in ancient Greece and Rome, and the relevance of their ideas to contemporary medicine. Sources of information include anthropological, linguistic and legal evidence, as well as the works of poets and playwrights. Ater discussion of the ancient world, the author concludes with an analysis of contemporary biomedical practices and associated ethical issues. The book is academic but accessible to the general reader. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Medical Ethics in the Ancient World General
| ISBN | 9780878408498 |
| Fiction/Non-Fiction | Non-Fiction |
| Publisher | Georgetown Univ Pr |
| List Price | $27.50 |
| Author | Carrick, Paul |
| Publication Date | 05/01/2001 |
| Release Status | In Print |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
| Measurements | Height: 9.25 Inches (US)Width: 5.75 Inches (US)Thickness: 1 Inches (US)Unit Weight: 0.6 Pounds (US) |
| Series | The Clinical Medical Ethics Series |
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