Ageing and Later Life
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Description for Ageing and Later Life
Hardcover. Examines the range of issues raised by ageing in contemporary society. This collection combines academic and practitioner analysis with personal accounts. It aims to reflect the diverse nature of the subject by taking a multi-disciplinary approach, including literary and historical perspectives. Editor(s): Johnson, Julia; Slater, Robert. Series: Published in Association with the Open University. Num Pages: 384 pages, 1 black & white illustration. BIC Classification: JFSP31; JKSG; MJX. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 681. "On t.p.: Open University. Includes bibliographies and indexes. Commissioning organisation: edited by Julia Johnson and Robert Slater. xi, 369 p. ill., map 24 cm. Associated Names: Johnson, Julia,. Associated Names: Slater, Robert,. Associated Dates: 1946-. Associated Dates: 1945-. Paperback. Fine clean copy, as new." Keywords: "Subjects - Health, Family & Lifestyle - Medical & Healthcare Practitioners - Internal Medicine - Geriatrics,Subjects - Science & Nature - Medicine - Medical Sciences A-Z - Elderly Care,Subjects - Scie"
Ageing and Later Life reflects the diverse nature of the subject by taking a multidisciplinary approach including literary, historical, sociological, policy, psychological, philosophical and clinical perspectives. This lively and informative book features essays by major authors in the field and includes discussions of: cultural aspects of self-image and identity; current concerns relating to health and well-being; the reality of power and control in the care of older people; concepts and values which shape our understanding of ageing; issues of policy and politics; and historical perspectives on ageing and possibilities for the future.
Ageing and Later Life reflects the diverse nature of the subject by taking a multidisciplinary approach including literary, historical, sociological, policy, psychological, philosophical and clinical perspectives. This lively and informative book features essays by major authors in the field and includes discussions of: cultural aspects of self-image and identity; current concerns relating to health and well-being; the reality of power and control in the care of older people; concepts and values which shape our understanding of ageing; issues of policy and politics; and historical perspectives on ageing and possibilities for the future.
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Product Details
Condition
Used, Like New
Publisher
Sage Publications Ltd Dublin, Ireland
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1994
Series
Published in Association with The Open University
Number of Pages
384
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780803989658
SKU
KEX0161152
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Usually ships in 2 to 4 working days
Ref
99-1
Reviews for Ageing and Later Life
`An imaginative collection of articles and papers.... It is a real pleasure to recommend this very pleasing collection, which is a welcome addition to any gerontology library, personal or public.′ - Baseline `This book offers a wealth of valuable information together with a collection of fascinating insights into ageing and later life. Although its scope it extremely ... Read more