Aging in China

• Paperback | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 2
• China, which is fast on its way to becoming the most powerful economic force in the world, has four unique characteristics that distinguish it from ot... Lees meer

Age-Friendly Cities and Communities in International Comparison

• Paperback | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 14
• The supportive role of urban spaces in active aging is explored on a world scale in this unique resource, using the WHO's Age-Friendly Cities and Comm... Lees meer

Reciprocity and Dependency in Old Age

Sue Thompson

• Hardcover | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 8
• ​​This book highlights (1) the significance of reciprocity for the maintenance of self-esteem in old age and (2) the negative implications for the wel... Lees meer

New Challenges to Ageing in the Rural North

• Paperback | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 22
• Offers a multi-dimensional picture of ageing issues in the rural northern context Demonstrates how political positions and their outcomes affect socia... Lees meer

Contemporary Perspectives on Ageism

• Hardcover | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 19
• This open access book provides a comprehensive perspective on the concept of ageism, its origins, the manifestation and consequences of ageism, as wel... Lees meer

The Longevity Dividend

Satya Brink

• Hardcover | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 39
• This book offers global evidence about the increasing longevity, its consequences and its potential for societal benefits. Based on statistics, academ... Lees meer

The Symbolism of Globalization, Development, and Aging

• Paperback | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 7
• This book looks at the symbolic side of globalization, development, and aging. Many of the dimensions that are discussed represent updates of past deb... Lees meer

International Aging

Jason L Powell

• Hardcover | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 43
• As the world undergoes huge demographic shifts with aging populations and increasing life expectancy, it is essential to recognize the importance of u... Lees meer

Age-Friendly Cities and Communities in International Comparison

• Hardcover | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 14
• The supportive role of urban spaces in active aging is explored on a world scale in this unique resource, using the WHO's Age-Friendly Cities and Comm... Lees meer

The University of the Third Age and Active Ageing

• Hardcover | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 23
• This comparative resource charts the interface between the University of the Third Age (U3A) movement and active ageing, and in doing so, offers a com... Lees meer

Aging and Human Nature

• Paperback | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 25
• Tackles fundamental anthropological aspects of ageing and old age Systematically combines perspectives from philosophy, theology, and cultural history... Lees meer

Reciprocity and Dependency in Old Age

Sue Thompson

• Paperback | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 8
• ​​This book highlights (1) the significance of reciprocity for the maintenance of self-esteem in old age and (2) the negative implications for the wel... Lees meer

Contemporary Perspectives on Ageism

• Paperback | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 19
• This open access book provides a comprehensive perspective on the concept of ageism, its origins, the manifestation and consequences of ageism, as wel... Lees meer

Retirement Migration from the U.S. to Latin American Colonial Cities

• Paperback | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 27
• This book provides a comprehensive overview of a growing phenomenon in migration: retired Americans moving to Latin America. Through in-depth profiles... Lees meer

A Multidisciplinary Approach to Capability in Age and Ageing

• Hardcover | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 31
• This open access book provides insight on how to interpret capability in ageing - one's individual ability to perform actions in order to reach goals ... Lees meer

Ageing in Australia

• Paperback | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 16
• This stimulating volume examines the many faces of Australia's ageing population, the social and health issues they contend with, and the steps being ... Lees meer

Aging in a Second Language

Steven L Arxer, Maria del Puy Ciriza, Marco Shappeck

• Hardcover | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 17
• ​This unique account of English language acquisition by Latino elders shines intimate light on the increasingly complex concerns of aging immigrant mi... Lees meer

Personality and Healthy Aging in Adulthood

• Hardcover | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 26
• This book highlights international efforts to better understand the role of individual differences in healthy aging by exploring new directions, metho... Lees meer

Retirement Migration from the U.S. to Latin American Colonial Cities

• Hardcover | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 27
• This book provides a comprehensive overview of a growing phenomenon in migration: retired Americans moving to Latin America. Through in-depth profiles... Lees meer

The Longevity Dividend

Satya Brink

• Paperback | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 39
• This book offers global evidence about the increasing longevity, its consequences and its potential for societal benefits. Based on statistics, academ... Lees meer

Ageing Issues in India

• Hardcover | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 32
• This book explores various practices and policies related to ageing issues in India. It addresses ageing concerns from a theoretical and empirical vie... Lees meer

Aging, Aging Populations and Welfare

Jason L Powell

• Hardcover | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 40
• As the world experiences a rapid increase in the aging population, it is essential to address the challenges and opportunities that arise as a result.... Lees meer

Sociology of Aging and Death

Jason Powell

• Paperback | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 35
• This book presents a critical analysis and examination of the major theories and social issues in the social construction of aging and death. It is co... Lees meer

Aging in China

• Hardcover | Engels | International Perspectives on Aging | nr. 2
• China, which is fast on its way to becoming the most powerful economic force in the world, has four unique characteristics that distinguish it from ot... Lees meer