"The Christian who simply wants to get a reliable handle on bioethics will find nothing better than this splendid little book. It is seldom, and therefore all the more welcome, that one who is a master of his field takes the time to walk the nonspecialist through it. Meilaender does that without a hint of condescension, and with an easy style that will engage those who might otherwise be intimidated by his expertise. Highly recommended." -- First Things "A thoughtful introduction to the ethical questions surrounding medical issues at the nexus of life and death." -- Publishers Weekly "Meilaender gives his reasoning, carefully worked out from Christian writings, for each of his major conclusions. Concise and definite, his primer does its duty well." -- Booklist "This pithy little book offers a vision and wisdom rarely found in volumes many times its size.

" -- Journal of Christian Nursing.