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This text investigates the core question of how aging functions as a social construct shaped by structural forces rather than merely a biological or chronological inevitability. Author Duane A. Matcha utilizes a sociological framework to challenge traditional perceptions of the elderly, arguing that the experience of aging is a consequence of societal organization. The book integrates research methodology tools to assist students in navigating academic inquiry while providing a comprehensive analysis of the social problems associated with the life course.
What You Will Find
This work serves as a specialized academic resource intended for undergraduate students and instructors within the field of sociology. The framing suggests a dense, pedagogical approach that combines theoretical sociological inquiry with practical research instruction.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
2009-02-23
Publisher:
Pearson
ISBN-10:
0205703828
ISBN-13:
9780205703821
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