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Beyond Sixty-Five: The Dilemma of Old Age in America's Past
Beyond SixtyFive The Dilemma of Old Age in America's Past
Author: Carole Haber
This book investigates the changing roles and perceptions of old age in nineteenth-century America. It shows how the economic and social transformation of the nation affected the condition of the aged, as it altered beliefs about their abilities and needs. Focusing on the ideas of doctors, charity workers, and social planners, it traces the proc...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780521250962
ISBN-10: 052125096X
Publication Date: 4/29/1983
Pages: 192
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Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
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