Matters of Life and Death
Key Writings
Published on 13. December 2018
120 pages
978-1-4987-9097-0 (ISBN)
Description
In this extraordinary book, Iona Heath draws on her experience as a general practitioner to select and comment on a collection of passages concerning death and dying, and to consider the essential nature of general practice. In Ways of Dying Heath illuminates the process for professionals and lay readers, and stimulates consideration of approaches to improved care at end of life. Her renowned work The Mystery of General Practice (which has been unavailable for some time), considers the complex character of this field, its core values and changing roles. The two extended essays cover important issues on the role of the healthcare professional in the care of the dying, the idea of life and death, and the essential nature of general practice. Matters of Life and Death offers inspiration for all doctors, especially those with an interest in medical humanities. It will also be of great interest to general readers interested in end of life matters, and the nature and art of medicine.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Inc
Target group
College/higher education
File size
17,06 MB
ISBN-13
978-1-4987-9097-0 (9781498790970)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
Book
11/2007
1st Edition
Radcliffe Publishing Ltd
€37.50
Shipment within 3-4 weeks
Person
Iona Heath
Content
The denial of death. The gift of death. Ways of dying. Alive until dead. Time and eternity. What the doctor needs. Science and poetry.
