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Name: Angels of death
Author: Roger S. Magnusson

In "Angels of Death," Roger S. Magnusson delves into the clandestine world of physician‑assisted suicide and euthanasia. Drawing exclusively from in‑depth, face‑to‑face interviews with medical personnel—often called “angels of death”—the book documents the social practices, relationships, and networks that sustain underground euthanasia. It offers a rare, unfiltered look at how healthcare professionals navigate the ethical and legal pressures surrounding assisted death, providing insight into a secret side of medical and nursing practice.

First publish date: 2002

Genre: Health & Medicine/Medical Science

Authors: Roger S. Magnusson

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