When Katy Butler’s father had a major stroke the family had a lot of medical options, except the one they most wanted: a humane and timely death. David Hyde speaks with Katy Butler about her new book, "Knocking On Heaven’s Door: The Path To A Better Way Of Death."
Is There Such A Thing As A Good Death?
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Katy Butler's book "Knocking on Heaven's Door."