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Genetics and Christian Ethics
Celia Deane-Drummond
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Description for Genetics and Christian Ethics
hardcover. Celia Deane-Drummond examines ethical issues in genetics from a Christian virtue ethics perspective. Series: New Studies in Christian Ethics. Num Pages: 306 pages. BIC Classification: HRCM; JFM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 609.
In the immediate future we are likely to witness significant developments in human genetic science. It is therefore of critical importance that Christian ethics engages with the genetics debate, since it affects not just the way we perceive ourselves and the natural world, but also has wider implications for our society. This book considers ethical issues arising out of specific practices in human genetics, including genetic screening, gene patenting, gene therapy, genetic counselling as well as feminist concerns. Genetics and Christian Ethics argues for a particular theo-ethical approach that derives from a modified version of virtue ethics, drawing particularly on ... Read more
In the immediate future we are likely to witness significant developments in human genetic science. It is therefore of critical importance that Christian ethics engages with the genetics debate, since it affects not just the way we perceive ourselves and the natural world, but also has wider implications for our society. This book considers ethical issues arising out of specific practices in human genetics, including genetic screening, gene patenting, gene therapy, genetic counselling as well as feminist concerns. Genetics and Christian Ethics argues for a particular theo-ethical approach that derives from a modified version of virtue ethics, drawing particularly on ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
306
Condition
New
Series
New Studies in Christian Ethics
Number of Pages
306
Place of Publication
Cambridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780521829434
SKU
V9780521829434
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About Celia Deane-Drummond
Celia Deane-Drummond is Professor in Theology and the Biological Sciences, University College Chester. She is Director of the Centre for Religion and Biosciences and her many publications include The Ethics of Nature (2004).
Reviews for Genetics and Christian Ethics
'Deane-Drummond has read widely, and her bibliography is extensive.' Church Times 'The book covers an impressive amount of ground, including some topics that have received little attention from Christian ethicists. …Genetics and Christian Ethics is undoubtedly a valuable resource for anyone seriously interested in the issues with which it engages.' Theology