Reproduction, Ethics and the Law: Feminist Perspectives

By Joan C. Callahan

Book Overview

"Scholars already saturated with moral commentary on new reproductive arrangements are in for a stimulating surprise. For, this volume breaks new ground, scrutinizing their impact at a more penetrating level and challenging the terms of the dominant debate. . . . It should set a standard for further work and receive the attention of mainstream thinkers and policy makers that it so richly deserves." --Human Studies

". . . a valuable contribution to the literature in an important and rapidly evolving area of law and applied ethics." --Ethics

". . . virtually every essay is thought-provoking and well-informed, and together they address just the topics you'd want to see covered--as well as a few you might not have thought of." --Medical Humanities Review

". . . extremely interesting reading for all those who are involved in, or wish to know more about, the moral, social and policy consequences of new reproductive technologies." --Biosocial Science

"This thought-provoking collection of essays addresses moral and legal questions revolving around modern human reproduction. . . . an invaluable resource for any family law practitioner." --The Women's Advocate

"Editor Callahan presents a fascinating look at the facts, facets, and legal effects of modern technology on reproduction. . . . A work that provides insight on all issues concerning reproduction." --Choice

" The book] is a valuable contribution to the literature in an important evolving area of law and applied ethics." --Ethics

". . . displays the richness of feminist scholarship. It points the way for a fuller appreciation of the varied voices of feminist analyses in many other areas." --Journal of Health Politics, Policy and Law

". . . a comprehensive, compelling and carefully researched volume. This is applied feminist ethics at its very impressive best." --Journal of Medical Ethics

Essays address moral and legal quandaries related to human reproduction, adding to the feminist dimension of the public discussion of these issues, including: new complexities in contraception and abortion technologies; frozen embryos, unwed fathers, and the legal definition of parenthood; and the use of fetal tissue.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 025320996X
• ISBN13: 9780253209962
• Release Date: January 1996
• Publisher: Indiana University Press
• Length: 440 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.3"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher