The Inevitable: Dispatches on the Right to Die

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Book Synopsis: “A remarkably nuanced, empathetic, and well-crafted work of journalism, [The Inevitable] explores what might be called the right-to-die underground, a world of people who wonder why a medical system that can do so much to try to extend their lives can do so little to help them end those lives in a peaceful and painless way.”—Brooke Jarvis, The New Yorker More states and countries are passing right-to-die laws that allow the sick and suffering to end their lives at pre-planned moments, with the help of physicians. But even where these laws exist, they leave many people behind. The Inevitable moves beyond margins of the law to the people who are meticulously planning their final hours—far from medical offices, legislative chambers, hospital ethics committees, and polite conversation. It also shines a light on the people who help them: loved ones and, sometimes, clandestine groups on the Internet that together form the “euthanasia underground.” Katie Engelhart, a veteran journalist, focuses on six people representing different aspects of the right to die debate. Two are doctors: a California physician who runs a boutique assisted death clinic and has written more lethal prescriptions than anyone else in the U.S.; an Australian named Philip Nitschke who lost his medical license for teaching people how to end their lives painlessly and peacefully at “DIY Death” workshops. The other four chapters belong to people who said they wanted to die because they were suffering unbearably—of old age, chronic illness, dementia, and mental anguish—and saw suicide as their only option. Spanning North America, Europe, and Australia, The Inevitable offers a deeply reported and fearless look at a morally tangled subject. It introduces readers to ordinary people who are fighting to find dignity and authenticity in the final hours of their lives.

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Are you ready for a thought-provoking exploration of the right-to-die movement? Look no further than "The Inevitable: Dispatches on the Right to Die". This remarkable book transcends the boundaries of traditional journalism as it delves into the mysterious and often misunderstood world of assisted death, shining a light on those who are meticulously planning their final moments. Brooke Jarvis from The New Yorker describes it as "a remarkably nuanced, empathetic, and well-crafted work of journalism". Prepare to be captivated.

In an era where the right-to-die debate has gained increased attention, "The Inevitable" takes a bold approach by going beyond the legal confines. It explores the lives of individuals who feel left behind in a system that offers limited options. Not only does it highlight the struggle for autonomy, but it also casts a spotlight on the remarkable people who provide assistance: loved ones and secret groups on the internet, forming what is known as the "euthanasia underground". Katie Engelhart, an experienced journalist, presents a compelling narrative, focusing on six individuals who represent different facets of this moral dilemma.

Within the pages of "The Inevitable", you will meet physicians who have dedicated their lives to helping those who wish to make their own choices. Discover the story of a California doctor running a unique assisted death clinic, who has become the most prolific provider of lethal prescriptions in the United States. Explore the controversial journey of an Australian named Philip Nitschke, who faced the loss of his medical license for educating others on peaceful and painless methods of ending their lives. Alongside these compelling narratives, the book also introduces individuals who see suicide as their only escape from unbearable suffering caused by old age, chronic illness, dementia, or mental anguish.

Traverse continents and follow the journeys of these brave individuals across North America, Europe, and Australia. "The Inevitable" fearlessly tackles a subject that challenges societal norms and moral boundaries. It offers a deeply reported insight into the lives of ordinary people striving for dignity and authenticity in their final hours. Prepare to have your perspective transformed by this thought-provoking and deeply human exploration of the right to die.

Ready to embark on this extraordinary journey? Secure your copy of "The Inevitable: Dispatches on the Right to Die" today and gain a profound understanding of a topic that is both contentious and deeply personal. Click here to seize the opportunity and acquire a book that will challenge your beliefs and leave a lasting impact on your soul.

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