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Wrongful Death: A Memoir (Norton Paperback),Used
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A loving eulogy . . . a powerful and wrenching book. Los Angeles Times On February 10, 1991, Elliot Gilbert, a sixtyyearold professor of English, checked into a major medical center for routine prostate surgery. Twentyfour hours later, he was pronounced dead in the recovery room. To this day, no one from the hospital has told his family how or why he died. In Wrongful Death his widow has produced a searingly frank account of one family's experience with a kind of medical disaster that occurs surprisingly often but is alltoorarely discussed in a political arena dominated by concerns about the escalating costs of malpractice insurance. As her story unfolds, Sandra Gilbert describes the numbing shock into which she and her children were plunged by her husband's inexplicable death as well as the stages of grief they endured as they struggled to come to terms with their loss. But her major focus is on the process of discovery through which, with the help of friends and lawyers, they began to learn something about what had happened to Elliot. What are the implications of such a medical tragedy for the deceased and for his survivors? How does it feel to confront the possibility that a loved one has suffered what the law calls a 'wrongful death'? As she examines the bewildering complexity of the legal, social, and medical questions surrounding 'adverse events' like the one that killed her husband, Gilbert shows how vulnerable we all are to the power of the healthcare establishment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir'? A: The main theme of 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir' revolves around the personal tragedy and legal complexities surrounding the unexpected death of the author's husband due to a medical error, highlighting the emotional impact on the family and the systemic issues within the healthcare system.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir'? A: The author of 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir' is Sandra M. Gilbert, who shares her personal experience and insights following the death of her husband.
- Q: What type of book is 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir'? A: 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir' is categorized as a memoir, providing a first-hand account of grief, legal struggles, and the search for truth following a medical tragedy.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir'? A: 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir' contains 380 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of the author’s experiences and reflections.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir'? A: 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir' was published on March 17, 1997.
- Q: Is 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir' available in different formats? A: 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir' is available in paperback format, specifically as a first paperback edition.
- Q: What kind of reader would benefit from 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir'? A: Readers interested in personal narratives that address grief, medical ethics, and legal issues related to wrongful death will find 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir' particularly insightful.
- Q: Does 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir' address the legal aspects of wrongful death? A: Yes, 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir' explores the legal complexities surrounding wrongful death, offering insights into the challenges faced by families navigating the aftermath of a medical tragedy.
- Q: What can readers expect in terms of writing style in 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir'? A: Readers can expect a searingly frank and emotionally charged writing style in 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir', as the author shares her personal grief and the journey to uncover the truth.
- Q: Is 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir' suitable for discussions on healthcare issues? A: 'Wrongful Death: A Memoir' is suitable for discussions on healthcare issues, particularly regarding patient safety, medical malpractice, and the emotional toll of medical errors.