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A Coroner Speaks For The Dead To Protect The Living
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Discover the insightful revelations in 'A Coroner Speaks For The Dead To Protect The Living', a powerful paperback by Wallace Bain. This thought-provoking book explores the profound experiences of a Coroner who dedicated 28 years to uncovering the truth behind untimely deaths in New Zealand. With dimensions of 153 x 234 mm and a total of 269 pages, Bain expertly shares his journey through some of the most challenging cases, shedding light on societal issues surrounding child abuse, neglect, and the urgent need for legal reform.
As a retired Coroner, Bain’s approach is marked by sensitivity, compassion, and a relentless drive to advocate for the living by voicing the silent stories of those who have passed. The author's personal insights into harrowing cases, including those of Nia Glassie and Moko Rangitoheriri, demonstrate his commitment to justice and protecting vulnerable citizens. This book is essential for anyone interested in understanding the critical intersection of law, ethics, and social responsibility.
Bain's powerful narrative questions accepted norms and encourages readers to reflect on the state of New Zealand's laws and regulations regarding child welfare. 'A Coroner Speaks For The Dead To Protect The Living' is not just a memoir; it’s a clarion call for change, challenging readers to consider their role in advocating for those who can no longer speak for themselves. Ideal for law students, policymakers, and all who care about social justice, this gripping read offers an unparalleled perspective on the responsibilities we share towards each other in society.
Author: Wallace Bain
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 153 x 234 mm
Pages: 269
Publication Date: 26-02-2021
Wallace Bain retired in early 2020 after 28 distinguished years as a Coroner, most recently in Rotorua. During these years Mr Bain developed a national reputation for his sensitivity and compassion in dealing with difficult cases such as those of Nia Glassie and Moko Rangitoheriri. That a child is killed in New Zealand as a result of abuse every five weeks he finds “unacceptable”. He has also developed a reputation for being “a Coroner on the warpath” for his forthright demands from time to time that New Zealand’s laws and regulations be changed to protect ordinary citizens. His work as a Coroner, says Wallace Bain, has been to speak for the dead to take care of the living. “After climbing the mountain I can finally enjoy the view.”
As a retired Coroner, Bain’s approach is marked by sensitivity, compassion, and a relentless drive to advocate for the living by voicing the silent stories of those who have passed. The author's personal insights into harrowing cases, including those of Nia Glassie and Moko Rangitoheriri, demonstrate his commitment to justice and protecting vulnerable citizens. This book is essential for anyone interested in understanding the critical intersection of law, ethics, and social responsibility.
Bain's powerful narrative questions accepted norms and encourages readers to reflect on the state of New Zealand's laws and regulations regarding child welfare. 'A Coroner Speaks For The Dead To Protect The Living' is not just a memoir; it’s a clarion call for change, challenging readers to consider their role in advocating for those who can no longer speak for themselves. Ideal for law students, policymakers, and all who care about social justice, this gripping read offers an unparalleled perspective on the responsibilities we share towards each other in society.
Author: Wallace Bain
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 153 x 234 mm
Pages: 269
Publication Date: 26-02-2021
Wallace Bain retired in early 2020 after 28 distinguished years as a Coroner, most recently in Rotorua. During these years Mr Bain developed a national reputation for his sensitivity and compassion in dealing with difficult cases such as those of Nia Glassie and Moko Rangitoheriri. That a child is killed in New Zealand as a result of abuse every five weeks he finds “unacceptable”. He has also developed a reputation for being “a Coroner on the warpath” for his forthright demands from time to time that New Zealand’s laws and regulations be changed to protect ordinary citizens. His work as a Coroner, says Wallace Bain, has been to speak for the dead to take care of the living. “After climbing the mountain I can finally enjoy the view.”
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