Bioethics: An Introduction for the Biosciences | 
 enlarge | Author: Ben Mepham
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Category: Book
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Media: Paperback
Edition: 2
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Pages: 450
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.7
Dimensions (in): 9.7 x 6.7 x 1
ISBN: 0199214301
Dewey Decimal Number: 174.957
EAN: 9780199214303
ASIN: 0199214301
Publication Date: May 25, 2008
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Product Description
Bioethical issues remain front-page news, with debate continuing to rage over issues including genetic modification, animal cloning, and "designer babies." With public opinion often driven by media speculation, how can we ensure that informed decisions regarding key bioethical issues are made in a reasoned, objective way?
Ideal for students new to the subject, Bioethics: An Introduction for the Biosciences offers a balanced, objective introduction to the field. With a focus on developing powers of reasoning and judgment, the book presents different perspectives on common themes in an impartial way, thereby fostering debate and discussion. The opening section, "The Ethical Groundwork," introduces students to the nature of bioethics and ethical theory. The book goes on to cover a broad range of bioethical issues relating to people, animals, and food, before concluding with an overview of bioethics in practice.
Features:
* The broadest, most balanced textbook on bioethics available, offering students just the right mix of science and philosophy as well as a clear, objective introduction to the subject
* Presents different perspectives on common themes in order to encourage students to question, evaluate, and form their own opinions
* Incorporates many useful pedagogical tools including self-assessment questions, topics for discussion, and exercises
* Includes references for further reading and useful web sites
* A companion website offers resources for both students and instructors
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