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Illustrates how the 'meaning' of peoples' lives is constructed in their interactions with others, from childhood through old age. This book sheds light on the negotiation of sexuality and intimacy in old age, communication across disabilities and age groups, the disabling nature of nursing homes, and the experience of death and dying.

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A riveting reminder of what happens when a feminist refigures the politics of sex, age and death. -- Margaretta Jolly Ageing & Society A wonderful insider's view of the needs and internal struggles one faces during the last leg of life's journey. -- Elaine T. Jurkowski Journal of Gerontological Social Work

Table of Contents
Preface 1. Passionate Scholarship 2. Home 3. Making Ourselves Understood 4. New Year's Eve 5. A Lamentable Situation 6. Those Little Ordinary Things 7. Passion's Progress 8. Activities 9. Diaper Is a Dirty Word 10. Care Conference 11. Empty Rooms 12. Ethics of Care Epilogue Acknowledgments

Endnotes

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      Publisher: Columbia University Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 6/30/2008 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780231144612, 978-0231144612
      ISBN10: 023114461X
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Illustrates how the 'meaning' of peoples' lives is constructed in their interactions with others, from childhood through old age. This book sheds light on the negotiation of sexuality and intimacy in old age, communication across disabilities and age groups, the disabling nature of nursing homes, and the experience of death and dying.

      Trade Review
      A riveting reminder of what happens when a feminist refigures the politics of sex, age and death. -- Margaretta Jolly Ageing & Society A wonderful insider's view of the needs and internal struggles one faces during the last leg of life's journey. -- Elaine T. Jurkowski Journal of Gerontological Social Work

      Table of Contents
      Preface 1. Passionate Scholarship 2. Home 3. Making Ourselves Understood 4. New Year's Eve 5. A Lamentable Situation 6. Those Little Ordinary Things 7. Passion's Progress 8. Activities 9. Diaper Is a Dirty Word 10. Care Conference 11. Empty Rooms 12. Ethics of Care Epilogue Acknowledgments

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