The Future of Assisted Suicide and Euthanasia

“I believe that anyone who is concerned about the issue must engage with [Gorsuch’s] arguments.”–Raymond Tallis, Times Literary Supplement “Gorsuch lucidly lays out the key ethical and philosophical arguments on both sides… [This] is the most important book published so far in consideration of ethical and legal issues.”–Kevin Yuill, Spiked Review of Books “The author provides a thorough overview of the ethical and legal issues raised by assisted suicide and euthanasia, as well as the most comprehensive argument against their legalization.”–Issues in Law & Medicine “Gorsuch reviews the case law and the range of ethical and legal issues surrounding assisted suicide and offers a strong argument against legalization of these practices, even as he considers both positions in the debate.”–Law & Social Inquiry “For those who need insight into the part played by legislators and courts of justice in recent euthanasia discussions, Neil M. Gorsuch’s book … is an excellent source… [C]omprehensive and well argued.”–Theo A. Boer, Journal of Religious Ethics “Neil M. Gorsuch builds a powerful moral and legal argument against [assisted suicide’s] legalization, one based on a principle that has largely been overlooked in the debate–the idea that human life is intrinsically valuable and that intentional killing is wrong.”–New Oxford Review “Thoroughly researched… Gorsuch is especially successful when exploring the relevant legal cases raised by assisted-suicide and euthanasia advocacy.”–Wesley J. Smith, First Things “Goruch’s book is an exceptional contribution to a debate that is both significant and topical. Every reader, whether or not ultimately persuaded by his arguments, will emerge better equipped to tackle the profound questions surrounding euthanasia and assisted suicide. it is essential reading for advocates and opponents alike.”–Wendy E. Hiscox, Studies in Christian Ethics

Neil M. Gorsuch is an associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. He is also the author of Over Ruled: The Human Toll of Too Much Law and A Republic, If You Can Keep It.