A History of Old Age

by J. Paul Getty Museum

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As the last stage of a long life, old age has been a subject about which practically every mortal has thought, sometimes with dread, sometimes with acceptance, but always with the need somehow to come to terms with a challenging condition. In the book, seven contributors examine how the best thinkers and artists of each historical epoch in the West have treated old age. They examine the myths--like our belief that modern man lives longer than his...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0892368349

ISBN13:9780892368341

Release Date:November 2005

Publisher:J. Paul Getty Trust Publications

Length:320 Pages

Weight:3.07 lbs.

Dimensions:1.3" x 7.8" x 10.4"

Related Subjects

Aging Consciousness & Thought Health, Fitness & Dieting Health, Fitness & Dieting Humanities Philosophy Politics & Social Sciences Social Science Social Sciences Textbooks

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