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Ten American scholars in law, philosophy, medical ethics, and biology who met at the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of San Francisco for a cloning conference in 1998 argue why we should either pursue, regulate, or ban cloning people. Coupling science and philosophy, the book outlines what cloning is and is not, what has led to recent scientific developments, what is now possible, and the ethical dilemmas in cloning. Topics include the history of cloning in agriculture and animal science, the various procedures gathered under the term "cloning"; the philosophical arguments pro and con, and considerations that should inform making public policy about cloning research and cloning humans. While opponents argue that cloning subverts human dignity, makes a mockery of love, and poses safety hazards, proponents see a horizon of potential: production of rejectant-resistant transplant tissues, extension of techniques for artificial insemination, and prevention of genetic deformities, not to mention lower wages for a new breed of Doublemint twins. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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"MacKinnon provides a lucid general introduction based on a conference. Then, three scientists, three philosophers, two law professors, and one political scientist grapple with the issues. Coverage is clear, fair, and reasonably balanced, ranging from 'why not?' to 'never, and why not?'" -- Choice "This collection is a useful introduction to the cloning debate. It is distinguished from its competitors ... mainly by its valuable contributions on the science of cloning." -- Neil Levy, Metapsychology On-Line "[These essays] focus attention on the scientific, ethical, and public policy aspects of human cloning, primarily in the reproductive sphere... Everyone who reads this book will find something that pleases and something that raises their hackles... Well suited for the university classroom and the philosopher's bookshelf." -- Margaret R. McLean, Religious Studies Review ADVANCE PRAISE "An excellent compilation of essays by a number of leading scholars in the field. Human Cloning is a valuable contribution to the literature." -- Jeffrey R. Botkin, editor of Access to the Genome: The Challenge to Equality
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Human Cloning; Science, Ethics and Public Policy
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University of Illinois Press, Urbana, IL, 2000
ISBN 10: 0252024915
ISBN 13: 9780252024917
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