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Discover a powerful narrative in 'Compassion is Not a Crime', a compelling book that sheds light on the critical issue of assisted dying. This gripping read, updated and published by Biteback Publishing in 2020, captures the emotional turmoil faced by Mavis Eccleston, who was acquitted of murdering her terminally ill husband, Dennis. With a brutal examination of the UK’s failure to legalize assisted dying, this book poses urgent questions about the choice and dignity of dying individuals. Sarah Wootton, a prominent advocate and CEO of Dignity in Dying, articulates the deep inequities inherent in our current legal framework surrounding end-of-life options. The tragic story emphasizes the stark reality faced by dying individuals forced to seek alternatives abroad, highlighting the immediate necessity for legal reforms. Wootton’s compelling arguments draw parallels to significant social justice movements, calling for empathy and action in support of those suffering at life’s end. With heart-wrenching testimonies throughout, 'Compassion is Not a Crime' is not just a book but a vital call to action for compassion, understanding, and reform. Seek justice for the dying and join the fight for their right to choose.
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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781785906015
Year: 2020
Publisher: Biteback Publishing
Description:
In September 2019, Mavis Eccleston was acquitted of murdering her 81-year-old husband Dennis. Dennis had terminal cancer and had taken an overdose of pain medication to end his own life. The turmoil that followed for Mavis and her family sheds light on the brutal and ignored impact of the UK's failure to legalise assisted dying.
Why does the UK abandon dying people and outsource this problem to facilities in Switzerland while legislators across the USA, Canada and Australia have drafted laws to give dying people choice over how and when they die?
Sarah Wootton, CEO of the campaign group Dignity in Dying, explains why assisted dying's time has come. Drawing parallels with issues such as women's suffrage, reproductive rights and equal marriage, Wootton exposes the hypocrisy of the arguments put forward by those who oppose change and examines how a broken status quo has been imposed against the wishes of dying people for too long.
Bringing to light the heart-breaking testimony of those who have witnessed unimaginable suffering at the end of life, Wootton builds a case for why the law needs urgent reform, questions how future generations will judge our failure to take action and issues a call to arms for people to share their truth and demand change.
Shipping is available at no cost for this item, but please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Note that once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781785906015
Year: 2020
Publisher: Biteback Publishing
Description:
In September 2019, Mavis Eccleston was acquitted of murdering her 81-year-old husband Dennis. Dennis had terminal cancer and had taken an overdose of pain medication to end his own life. The turmoil that followed for Mavis and her family sheds light on the brutal and ignored impact of the UK's failure to legalise assisted dying.
Why does the UK abandon dying people and outsource this problem to facilities in Switzerland while legislators across the USA, Canada and Australia have drafted laws to give dying people choice over how and when they die?
Sarah Wootton, CEO of the campaign group Dignity in Dying, explains why assisted dying's time has come. Drawing parallels with issues such as women's suffrage, reproductive rights and equal marriage, Wootton exposes the hypocrisy of the arguments put forward by those who oppose change and examines how a broken status quo has been imposed against the wishes of dying people for too long.
Bringing to light the heart-breaking testimony of those who have witnessed unimaginable suffering at the end of life, Wootton builds a case for why the law needs urgent reform, questions how future generations will judge our failure to take action and issues a call to arms for people to share their truth and demand change.