Go Unattended. A Review of Anthony Stavrianakis’ Book “Leaving. A Narrative of Assisted Suicide” (2019)

This is a review of Anthony Stavrianakis’ book Leaving. A Narrative Assisted Suicide (University California Press, 2019). Medically-assisted suicide still raises many issues and controversies various types: ethical, legal, organizational institutional. The situation varies greatly between countries, depends on health care policies socially recognised values. However, the overriding question as follows: under what conditions should this form death be allowed? Among arguments that are well known, recognized now tame, research brings new light perspective. author goes deeper searches for real motives driving people to choose manner death. He sees nuances recounts difficulties. In article, I highlight aspects work find relevant crucial considered.