This timely volume clearly lays out the central ethical questions raised by today's rapid advances in biotechnology. James Peterson sorts through the maze of clinical decisions occasioned by human genetic intervention, organizing the range of moral considerations that now face us and exploring their practical impact on individuals, families, and communities. / The ethical question are covered in the order of how soon the particular technologies that raise them are becoming available. This unique format allows readers to go ...
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This timely volume clearly lays out the central ethical questions raised by today's rapid advances in biotechnology. James Peterson sorts through the maze of clinical decisions occasioned by human genetic intervention, organizing the range of moral considerations that now face us and exploring their practical impact on individuals, families, and communities. / The ethical question are covered in the order of how soon the particular technologies that raise them are becoming available. This unique format allows readers to go directly to issues of particular interest. Peterson assumes no prior knowledge of genetics or ethics, making his work one of the most accessible discussions of bioethics available today.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.
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Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
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Very good. Ex-library. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 364 p. Critical Issues in Bioethics. Audience: General/trade. LCCN 00067687 Type of material Book Personal name Peterson, James C., 1957 January 10. Main title Genetic turning points: the ethics of human genetic intervention / James C. Peterson. Published/Created Grand Rapids, Mich. : W.B. Eerdmans Pub., 2001. Description xvi, 364 p.; 24 cm. ISBN 0802849202 (pbk. ) LC classification QH438.7. P485 2001 Related names Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity. LC Subjects Human genetics--Religious aspects--Christianity. Medical genetics--Religious aspects--Christianity. Genetic engineering--Religious aspects--Christianity. Notes Includes bibliographical references and indexes. Series Critical issues in bioethics Dewey class no. 174/.28
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. Clean from markings. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 600grams, ISBN: 9780802849205.