The struggle over stem cells is a sharply pointed invitation to determine what sense we shall make of our origin and our end. This carefully designed collection of deeply thoughtful essays is a worthy reply.
James Lindemann Nelson, Professor, Department of Philosophy, Michigan State University
The Human Embryonic Stem Cell Debate is the definitive work on a timely and politically charged issue. The book presents a myriad of views and brings a subtlety and even-handedness to the scientific, religious, and social issues involved that is sorely needed. Of particular significance is the fact that the book combines various religious views with more secular social and scientific considerations in such a way as to create a complete picture of the debate.
David Magnus, Bioethics Center, University of Pennsylvania
This book is a valuable collection of diverse ethical and religious perspectives that captures much of the initial foundation work surrounding the discovery of human embryonic stem cells. The range of views represented and the topics considered show why stem cells have attracted so much public attention and controversy. The book will be useful both to those unfamiliar with the specifics of the debate as well as to ethicists and religious thinkers dealing with the implications of scientific developments.
Audrey R. Chapman, Ph.D., Director, Science and Human Rights Program, American Association for the Advancement of Science Program in Science and Religion
CHOICE Outstanding Academic Book for 2002
