Use of the Dead to the Living. From the Westminster Review - Smith, Southwood
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"Use of the Dead to the Living," originally published in the Westminster Review, offers a compelling look into 19th-century social reform and utilitarian philosophy. Authored by Southwood Smith, a prominent social reformer and physician, this work delves into the ethical and practical considerations surrounding the use of deceased bodies for medical and scientific advancement. Smith's treatise argues for the societal benefits of anatomical study and dissection, advocating for the responsible and respectful use of the deceased to further medical knowledge and improve the lives of the living.…mehr

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"Use of the Dead to the Living," originally published in the Westminster Review, offers a compelling look into 19th-century social reform and utilitarian philosophy. Authored by Southwood Smith, a prominent social reformer and physician, this work delves into the ethical and practical considerations surrounding the use of deceased bodies for medical and scientific advancement. Smith's treatise argues for the societal benefits of anatomical study and dissection, advocating for the responsible and respectful use of the deceased to further medical knowledge and improve the lives of the living. The essay reflects the intellectual currents of its time, particularly the influence of Jeremy Bentham and the utilitarian movement, which sought to maximize happiness and well-being through rational social policies. This text provides valuable insight into the historical debates surrounding medical ethics, public health, and the evolving relationship between science and society. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.