suicide

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Dark harbor

a novel
2006

The year it rained

a novel
1985
Having survived three suicide attempts and treatment in a series of mental hospitals, seventeen-year-old Elizabeth continues to fight for happiness in a life filled with confusion and turbulence.

Easy meat

1996
Fifteen-year-old Nicky Snape, a chronic trouble-maker, is found hanging from the shower of the children's home while in custody on suspicion of murder, and it appears that his death may not have been suicide as the police would like to believe.

Death and dying

opposing viewpoints
1987
Opposing viewpoints create a running debate on such issues as coping with death, suicide, euthanasia, and care for the dying.

The mystery of Hermann Goering's suicide

1985
Provides the conclusions reached by this investigation into the suicide of Nazi war criminal Hermann Goering. The results are radically at odds with those of the U.S. Army Board of inquiry.

Problems of death

opposing viewpoints
1985
Presents opposing viewpoints on euthanasia, abortion, suicide, and funeral homes through essays by a variety of authors. Includes discussion activities.

Tunnel vision

1980
After 15-year-old Anthony hangs himself, his family, friends, girlfriend, and a teacher must deal with their feelings of guilt and bewilderment.

Teen suicide

too young to die
1994
This book describes the problems that can lead to suicide and ways to prevent it, with true stories to illustrate the issues under discussion.

Death and the king's horseman

authoritative text, backgrounds and contexts, criticism
2003
Presents a play based on events that occurred in 1946 in the Yoruban city of Oyo. The play addresses issues of cultural conflict, tragic decision-making, and the psychological mindsets of individuals and groups. The text is accompanied by background information that explains African concepts, beliefs, and culture. Also features nine critical essays.

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