Perspectives on Suffering

Synopsis

A series of sixteen talks dealing with the subject of suffering from the diverse points of view of philosophers, theologians, psychologists and medical practitioners. Tackles some of the practical questions inevitably asked by the victims of sudden accident or chronic pain, or by those who minister to them.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Audio; 8 audiocassettes. 4 hrs 48 min.

Year of production

1981

Availability

Sale; 1997 sale: £22.00 (+VAT +p&p)

Documentation

Accompanying handbook raises questions for discussion, provides references for additional reading and gives the text of the talks.

Uses

Undergraduates and postgraduates in theological and medical education.

Subjects

Medical sciences; Philosophy; Psychology; Religious studies

Keywords

suffering

Sponsor

Name

University of Newcastle upon Tyne, Department of Religious Studies

Distributor

Name

University of Newcastle, Television Service

Notes

No longer in existence as a distributor