Death Rites and Rights - 9781841137322

Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Explore the multifaceted nature of death in contemporary Britain and beyond with "Death Rites and Rights." This insightful collection delves into the diverse religious, social, legal, and medical aspects of mortality, examining how perceptions and legal frameworks surrounding death have evolved over time. Discover the legal definitions of death, the rights of the deceased, and the legal implications of medical interventions and disposal of bodies. The essays also address euthanasia, suicide, the sanctity of life principle, and criminal offenses against the dead, while exploring the interplay of tradition, religion, and changing customs in funeral practices and body disposal. Gain a comprehensive understanding of how donated bodies are utilized in biomedical settings and the processes involved in investigating suspicious deaths. Key topics covered include: * Legal definitions and rights concerning death * The rights of next of kin and compensation for death * Euthanasia, suicide, and the human right to die * The principle of sanctity of life * Criminal offenses against the dead * Religious traditions and changing customs in death and disposal * Anatomical education and donated bodies * Investigation processes for suspicious deaths Product Summary: Death Rites and Rights, Paperback, Law, 322 pages, published by Hart Publishing in 2007, written by Belinda Brooks-Gordon and others. ISBN: 9781841137322. Dimensions: 156 mm width, 234 mm height.